The name John Hancock is the first to appear among the signers of the Declaration of Independence. His name has become so famous as a result that it is often used synonymously with the term signature. Research the circumstances surrounding Hancock's bold signature and tell how the word signature is associated with the name.

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18 March, 04:34

The name John Hancock is the first to appear among the signers of the Declaration of Independence. His name has become so famous as a result that it is often used synonymously with the term signature. Research the circumstances surrounding Hancock's bold signature and tell how the word signature is associated with the name.

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John Hancock was the first to appear to the Declaration of Independence. He wrote in Large, Outstanding Cursive so the Monarchy could clearly see his name. When someone says to write your 'John Hancock' It just means to sign your name large and clear on the bottom of the document