
The Declaration of Independence was a product of the Second Continental Congress. Two earlier intercolonial conferences had occurred, each building important keystones of colonial unity. The Stamp Act Congress and the First Continental Congress brought the delegates from differing colonies to agreement on a message to send to the king. Each successive Congress brought greater participation. Each time the representatives met, they were more accustomed to compromise. As times grew more desperate, the people at home became more and more willing to trust their national leaders.
- Subject:
- U.S. History
- Material Type:
- Diagram/Illustration
- Reading
- Provider:
- Independence Hall Association
- Provider Set:
- US History
- Date Added:
- 10/16/2014