sep 1, 1774 - First Continental Congress
Description:
Causes: Anger caused by the "intolerable acts" led to the meeting of Patriotic Leaders. They wished to assert their rights to the British.Effects: Boycotts of British goods and passed resolutions for colonial rights. They decided to meet again in May 1775 if England decided to ignore them.
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Date:
sep 1, 1774
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~ 251 years ago