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jul 5, 1775 - Olive Branch Petition

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The Olive Branch Petition was a final attempt by the Second Continental Congress to avoid a full-on war with Great Britain. It Pledged America's loyalty to Britain and asked for peace. King George declared America in outright rebellion.

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jul 5, 1775
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~ 251 years ago