Congress Convenes
The second Continental Congress kicks off on May 10, 1775, amid rising tensions and military preparations. Notable figures like Hancock, Franklin, and Jefferson are present, yet the idea of independence remains unspoken. As news of the Battle of Lexington and Concord unfolds, Congress grapples with urgent decisions, including the surprising seizure of Fort Ticonderoga by the Green Mountain Boys, setting the stage for escalating conflict.In this clip
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