Section 1
The Second Continental Congress
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The Second Continental Congress
During the Revolutionary War, the Second Continental Congress acted as the national government of the Thirteen Colonies in rebellion.
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Pursuing Both War and Peace
In 1775, the colonies proposed the Olive Branch Petition to reconcile with Britain and avert war, but King George III denied the petition.
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The Declaration of Independence
In 1776, revolution was fomented by Thomas Paine, who wrote Common Sense; and by Abigail Adams, who advocated for women's rights. Both individuals influenced the development of the U.S. Declaration of Independence.