Thomas Jefferson: Great American

As the third president of the United States, Thomas Jefferson's accomplishments and leadership ability virtually changed the course of history. While Jefferson is best known for his political career, his talents didn't end there. His interests were boundless, he was a philosopher, educator, naturalist, scientist, inventor, pioneer in scientific farming, musician, and writer, and he was the a one of the leading spokesmen for democracy of his day. Thomas Jefferson is considered a true renaissance man because of his wide range of talents and interests. He had changed the lives of people all a…