Born as a Virginian Patriot, Thomas Jefferson was an accomplished author, statesman, scientist, artisan, and educator. Young Jefferson attended the College of William and Mary in Pennsylvania and during his time there became friends with many other colonial leaders. After Jefferson graduated from William and Mary he studied law and eventually entered politics he became a member of the House of Burgesses in Virginia and was a also chosen to draft the Declaration of Independence.
From 1779-1781 Jefferson served as the governor of Virginia. …
