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First Continental Congress

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A historical mural showing delegates of the First Continental Congress in 1774, discussing their rights as colonists. It includes a symbolic scene of a soldier and a family, representing the tensions of the time.

The First Continental Congress

A long time ago, leaders from twelve of the Thirteen Colonies met to talk about their problems. They met in Carpenters' Hall in Philadelphia from September to October in 1774. Georgia did not send anyone.

The leaders wanted to work together to solve problems with Britain. They made plans to stop trading with Britain until the rules got better. They also wrote a letter to the king asking for help.

The leaders came from many places, like New Hampshire, Massachusetts Bay, and Virginia. They talked about how to make things fair for everyone. This meeting helped the colonies start working together.

Later, they met again because their problems were not fixed. This time was called the Second Continental Congress.

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The historic Independence Hall in Philadelphia, where important American documents were signed.
A historical document from 1774 showing the Continental Association, signed by Thomas Jefferson and other leaders during the American Revolution.
A 1974 U.S. postage stamp celebrating the American Revolution Bicentennial, featuring Carpenters' Hall, a historic building in Philadelphia.
A historical document from the American Revolution, showing official text and formatting typical of important government papers from that time.
The belltower of Independence Hall in Philadelphia, a historic landmark where important decisions for America were made.
A historical design of the Great Seal of the United States featuring an eagle holding an olive branch and arrows, with a shield and stars above.
Historical document from 1774 addressed to the King, displayed at the Library of Congress.

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