- It was a formal declaration of independence from Great Britain, which made it official and irreversible.
- It was a culmination of growing political and ideological differences between the colonies and Great Britain, which had been escalating for several years.
- It demonstrated the unity and determination of the colonies in their pursuit of independence, which was crucial in gaining international recognition and support.
- It established a new nation with a new government and the principles outlined in the Declaration of Independence, which aimed to create a more just and democratic society.
- It represented a turning point in the American Revolution, shifting the focus from resistance and protest to establishing a new nation.