Lesson 5 of 84 · American Revolution
⭐ 30 XP🏰 History KeepThe First Continental Congress
The First Continental Congress convened in 1774 as a response to the Intolerable Acts, which were punitive laws passed by Britain after the Boston Tea Party.
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The First Continental Congress convened in 1774 as a response to the Intolerable Acts, which were punitive laws passed by Britain after the Boston Tea Party. Representatives from twelve of the thirteen colonies gathered in Philadelphia to discuss their grievances and plan a unified response. They agreed to boycott British goods and sent a petition to King George III, emphasizing their desire for fair treatment and representation. This meeting was a crucial step towards American unity and independence.
Key Facts
The First Continental Congress met in September 1774.
Delegates from twelve colonies attended the Congress.
They organized a boycott of British goods.
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