Unit 1, Lesson 4

Ran the war effort during the American Revolution. It was composed of delegates from the 13 colonies. Created the Continental Army and appointed Congressman George Washington as commanding General. They had no legal authority to govern, but assumed all the functions of a national government. Ultimately brought forth the Declaration of Independence.

Mecklenburg Resolves Created by the Mecklenburg Committee of Safety on May 20 th, They stated that all laws derived from the King and Parliament were annulled and vacated. They did not call for independence. They were sent to NC’s delegates in the Continental Congress. They held off on presenting the resolves to the Congress as a whole. Halifax Resolves Were adopted by NC on April 12 th, This was the first official action in the American colonies calling for independence from Britain. Helped paved the way for the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

A confederation (or confederacy), is a permanent union of political units for common action in relation to other units.[1] Usually created by treaty but often later adopting a common constitution, confederations tend to be established for dealing with critical issues (such as defense, foreign affairs, or a common currency), with the central government being required to provide support for all members.

Articles that provided how this confederation would be ran. Our first Constitution Constitution – fundamental principles and rules defining how a state or organization should be governed The first draft was presented July 12 th, The Continental Congress approved the final draft for ratification by the individual states on November 15 th, Ratification – must be approved through vote to become valid Ratified by all 13 colonies on March 1 st, 1781.