Declaration of Independence created and signed. (jul 4, 1776 – aug 20, 1776)
Description:
The Declaration of Independence is adopted by the Second Continental Congress. Following a decade of agitation over taxes and a year of war, representatives make the break with Britain. King George III isn't willing to let his subjects go without a fight, and loyalist sentiment remains strong in many areas. Americans' primary allegiance is to their states; nationalism will grow slowly.Added to timeline:
Date:
jul 4, 1776
aug 20, 1776
~ 1 months and 17 days