Road to Independence

Second Continental Congress meet

May 10, 1775

1. Print $$$$
2. set up post office
3. Created Continental Army led by George Washington
4. Sent Olive Branch asking King to protect their rights

Washington arrives on outskirts of Boston with Continental troops

Jul 15, 1775

1. Realizes men are disorganized and need discipline.
2. Need weapons

"Common Sense" published by Thomas Paine

Jan 10, 1776

1. The pamphlet inspires more colonists to become patriots.

British Surrender Boston

Mar 17, 1776

1. Washington Believes his army is ready and weapons arrive.
2. Washington puts cannons on Dorchester Heights overlooking Boston.
3. BRITISH retreat - AMERICAN Victory