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First Continental Congress
The first meeting of the 13 state delegates to decide to boycott British goods. -
Second Continental Congress
The 13 delegates met for the adoption of the declaration of independence -
Olive Branch Petition
The colony's final attempt to avoid a war with Britain. -
Prohibitory Act
A retaliation from Britain against the rebellion of the Americas. -
Declaration of Independence
The document that stated America's sovereignty in regards to Great Britain.