jun 12, 1774 - 1774 First Continental Congress: This meeting had elected delegates that finally represented every colony, but Georgia. Together, the delegates debated over the best matter to control the Crown's abuse of power and to air their grievances. The Articles of Association gave the Crown an ultimatum, rescind the Intolerable Acts or face a boycott of British goods. -Victory for the colonists
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