On July 6, 1775, the Second Continental Congress approved a document explaining the reasons why they felt justified in taking up arms against the British government.
For more details, check up Episode 68 of the American Revolution Podcast:
https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2018/10/episode-068-congress-olive-branch.html
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Rev250-025 Olive Branch Petition
On July 5, 1775, after the outbreak of war in the colonies, the Continental Congress makes one final effort to reach an honorable and peaceful compromise with Britain.
For more details, check up Episode 68 of the American Revolution Podcast:
https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2018/10/episode-068-congress-olive-branch.html
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AR-SP35 In Search of Molly Pitcher, with Linda Grant DePauw
Our American Revolution Round Table discusses Molly Pitcher, and other various topics with Dr. Linda Grant DePauw, History Professor Emeritus of George Washington University.
Get a copy of In Search of Molly Pitcher.
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Rev250-024 Washington Takes Command
The Continental Congress gives command of the new Continental Army to George Washington. When he arrives in Cambridge Massachusetts on July 2, 1775, he is shocked by the condition of the army.
For more, check up Episode 67: https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2018/10/episode-067-washington-takes-command.html
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AR-SP34 Bunker Hill, with HUB History
Jake Sconyers of the HUB History Podcast (a history of Boston) interviews Michael Troy about the battle of Bunker Hill.
To learn more about HUB History, go to HUBhistory.com
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American Revolution Podcast explores the events of the American Revolution, from beginning to end. It publishes weekly. Be sure to check out the related blog for access to pictures, maps, and links to more useful information on each week's episode. https://blog.amrevpodcast.com
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