Wilmington (declaration of independence)

The Wilmington Declaration of Independence was a 1776 statement issued by delegates from Wilmington, Delaware, asserting the colonies' right to self-governance and independence from British rule. It expressed grievances against British policies and emphasized the colonies' desire to establish their own nation based on liberty and justice. Although not as widely known as the main Declaration of Independence, it reflected local support for independence and contributed to the broader movement leading to the American Revolution. It highlighted regional efforts to unify colonists in their pursuit of freedom from British control.