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The Second Continental Congress was held in the Independence Hall of Philadelphia on May 10, 1775. It succeeded the First Continental Congress and preceded the Congress of Confederation in 1781. For more information on the Second Continental Congress read the fact file below or download the comprehensive worksheet pack containing over 11 worksheets.
- Almost all of the delegates of the Second Continental Congress were the same as the first, with additional members including Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, and George Washington. John Hancock of Massachusetts was elected as President, replacing Peyton Randolph.
- Georgia was the last territory to join the Congress of the thirteen colonies.
- On June 14 1775, the Congress created the Continental Army, led by the Commanding General George Washington. The main aim of the Congress was to fight against the British troops. Side by side, battlefields were occupied by American and British troops. Battles in Brooklyn and Charlestown were won by the British and the rest by the Americans.
- On June 22, the Congress approved the printing of the first American bills ($1 million) in order to support the ongoing battles. Under their de facto government they were able to sign treaties, organize armies, appoint ambassadors, and elect delegates. Their alliance with France greatly helped them in battles.
- The final reconciliation with the British Crown was through the Olive Branch Petition, sent on July 8. King George III refused to repeal the Intolerable Acts and immediately rejected the petition
- On January 9 1776, Thomas Paine, a patriot, published his pamphlet called the “Common Sense”. It strengthened the separation of the colonies from Britain.
- By July 4 1776, the Congress had declared its separation from the British Crown through the Declaration of Independence. It was primarily penned by Thomas Jefferson with the five person committee, including Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, Roger Sherman, and Robert Livingston. It was signed by 56 people representing the united 13 colonies. Delegates from Pennsylvania got the most number of signatories.
- On June 14 1777, they passed the Flag Resolution which saw the creation of the first United States flag. The flag was composed of 13 stars representing the 13 colonies, and alternating red and white stripes.
- The Articles of Confederation were signed by the former colonies on March 1, 1781, and created the real government with legal powers. Later, the Congress of Confederation was established replacing the Second Continental Congress.
The Second Continental Congress Worksheets
This bundle contains 11 ready-to-use Second Continental Congress Worksheets that are perfect for students who want to learn more about The Second Continental Congress which succeeded the First Continental Congress and preceded the Congress of Confederation in 1781.
Download includes the following worksheets:
- Second Continental Congress Facts
- The Delegates
- Battles of the Continental Army
- Intolerable Acts
- Declaration of Independence
- Famous Leaders
- The American Flag
- American Patriots
- Did You Know?
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