A colony sought separation from British rule, with the Assembly instructing representatives to the Continental Congress, and declarations signed by Roger Sherman and Oliver Wolcott.
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Updated oct 19
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- Benjamin Franklin helped unite the colonies against Great Britain.
- Larson discussed the fight for independence as Congress acted against Great Britain's rule.
- Colonists actively challenged the Crown's authority while seeking resolution with England.
- Colonial unity was illustrated via 'Join, or Die' woodcut, and a resolution was introduced for colonies to become free states.
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What happened
A colony sought separation from British rule, with the Assembly instructing representatives to the Continental Congress, and declarations signed by Roger Sherman and Oliver Wolcott.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- The Continental Congress met at the gaststube of Sun Inn/Tavern/Christmas City Spirits, which is co-owned by Brett Biggs.Sub-event
- Governments and colonists declared fasts and petitions against British rule, leading to ideological challenges and calls for independence.Sub-event
Colonial bodies and figures handle the process of separation from British rule.1 source
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The entities involved
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Great Britain
island in the North Atlantic Ocean off the northwest coast of continental Europe
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Continental Congress
convention of delegates that became the governing body of the United States
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Roger Sherman
American politician (fl. 1843–1893)
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