Journal of the First Congress of the American Colonies: In Opposition to the Tyrannical Acts of the British Parliament (1845)

Cruger, Lewis

ISBN 10: 1166148548 / ISBN 13: 9781166148546

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2010

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Journal of the First Congress of the American Colonies: In Opposition to the Tyrannical Acts of the British Parliament (1845)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1166148548
• ISBN 13: 9781166148546
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

The Journal of the First Congress of the American Colonies: In Opposition to the Tyrannical Acts of the British Parliament is a historical document compiled by Lewis Cruger in 1845. The book is a detailed account of the first Continental Congress held in 1774 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Congress was convened in response to the oppressive policies of the British Parliament, which were seen as a threat to the political and economic freedom of the American colonies.The Journal provides a comprehensive record of the proceedings of the Congress, including speeches, debates, and resolutions. It also includes a detailed account of the events leading up to the Congress, such as the Boston Tea Party and the Coercive Acts. The book offers a unique insight into the political and social climate of the American colonies during this critical period in history.The Journal of the First Congress of the American Colonies: In Opposition to the Tyrannical Acts of the British Parliament is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the American Revolution and the birth of the United States. It provides a firsthand account of the events that led to the Declaration of Independence and the eventual establishment of a new nation based on the principles of liberty and democracy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.