USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The first and largest signature was that of the president of the Congress, John Hancock of Massachusetts.

Detailed explanation-2: -During the eight years of war that followed, Hancock used his wealth and influence to help fund the army and revolutionary cause. On July 4, 1776, Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, a document drafted by Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) stating that the 13 American colonies were free from British rule.

Detailed explanation-3: -John Hancock was a Founding Father of the United States of America. Hancock was born in Massachusetts to a line of clergymen as both his father and grandfather were priests. His father actually baptized fellow patriot John Adams, who grew up nearby.

Detailed explanation-4: -Written in June 1776, Thomas Jefferson’s draft of the Declaration of Independence, included eighty-six changes made later by John Adams (1735–1826), Benjamin Franklin 1706–1790), other members of the committee appointed to draft the document, and by Congress.

Detailed explanation-5: -Answer: C. John Hancock, the president of the Continental Congress, has the largest signature on the Declaration of Independence. The oft-told story that Hancock wrote his name large enough so that King George could read it without his glasses is delightful, but it’s not true.