may 10, 1775 - 2nd Continental Congress
Description:
The 2nd Continental Congress was established May 10 1775, and disbanded March 1 1781. The Congress was established as a result of the battle of Lexington and Concord. The significance of this Congress was the fact that it established a Continental Army, and established George Washington as Commander in Chief. This Congress was important for fighting the Revolutionary War, as it gave the colonies an army and a leader.Added to timeline:
Date:
may 10, 1775
Now
~ 250 years ago