What Was the Continental Congress?

And Other Questions about the Declaration of Independence

Auteurs

• Candice Ransom

Séries

• Six questions sur l'histoire américaine

Paramètres

• Histoire

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Set against the backdrop of the American Revolutionary War, the narrative details the pivotal events leading to the adoption of a formal declaration of independence from Great Britain. In June 1776, the Continental Congress, under the leadership of Thomas Jefferson, crafted a document that articulated the colonies' reasons for separation. Following intense debate, the final version was adopted on July 4 in Philadelphia, marking a significant moment in American history. This declaration not only served as a charter of liberty but also encapsulated the political ideals of the nation's founders.

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• Année de publication: 2011
• Reliure: (souple)