Which movement directly influenced the main ideas of the declaration of independence?

Enlightenment thinkers

The Declaration of Independence was informed by the ideals enlightenment thinkers such as John Locke and Thomas Hobbes. Ideas about government including the phrases on life liberty and pursuit of happiness were informed by the writings of John Locke  

the alfred thayer mahan award for literary achievement is awarded each year by the navy league of the united states. the award is named for an american naval historian and theorist, rear admiral alfred thayer mahan, united states navy who, through his writing, provided stimulus and guidance to those who share in the defense of the nation. presented since 1957, "this award for literary achievement is awarded to a u.s. navy officer, u.s. marine corps officer, enlisted service member, or civilian who has made a notable literary contribution that has advanced the knowledge of the importance of sea power in the united states."[1]