The Continental Congress

The Continental Congress was a group of representatives from American colonies that convened starting in 1774 to coordinate resistance against British rule. They debated and made decisions on declaring independence, organizing military efforts, and establishing governance, acting as a governing body during the colonies' fight for independence. The Congress played a crucial role in uniting the colonies and laying the foundation for the United States, ultimately signing the Declaration of Independence in 1776 and guiding the country through its early years of self-governance.