Continental Congress Collection (page 2)

CONGRESS: COMMITTEE, 1788. Printed report, 11 June 1788, from a committee of the Continental Congress, on pensions for invalid citizens

JAMES DUANE (1733-1797). American lawyer, jurist, and Revolutionary leader. He served as a delegate to the Continental Congress, New York senator, and as Mayor of New York

American merchant, politician and President of the Continental Congress, 1781-82
JOHN HANSON (1721-1783). American merchant, politician and President of the Continental Congress, 1781-82. Bronze statue by Richard Brooks, 1903, at the United States Capitol Building in Washington

American soldier and traitor. Benedict Arnolds commission as major general in the Continental Army, 1777
BENEDICT ARNOLD (1741-1801). American soldier and traitor. Benedict Arnolds commission as major general in the Continental Army, 1777

Broadside, 13 June 1776, from the Provincial Congress in New York, ordering the militia to prepare for an English
NEW YORK: MILITIA, 1776. Broadside, 13 June 1776, from the Provincial Congress in New York, ordering the militia to prepare for an English invasion of the colony

CONTINENTAL CONGRESS, 1774. The American Congress. English line engraving from Cowleys History of England
CONTINENTAL CONGRESS, 1774. The American Congress. Line engraving, English, late 18th century, from Cowleys History of England

CONTINENTAL CONGRESS. The first Continental Congress held in Philadelphia, September 1774. Line engraving, French, 1783

Signature page of the Olive Branch Petition, adopted by the Continental Congress in July 1775
OLIVE BRANCH PETITION, 1775. Signature page of the Olive Branch Petition, adopted by the Continental Congress in July 1775, to prevent further conflict with Great Britain. The petition was rejected

The signing of the Declaration of Independence in Congress, at the Independence Hall, Philadelphia, 4 July 1776
DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE The signing of the Declaration of Independence in Congress, at the Independence Hall, Philadelphia, 4 July 1776. Oil on canvas by John Trumbull

A 20th century film depiction of the signing of the Declaration of Independence at Independence Hall in Philadelphia
DECLARATION OF INDEPENDECE A 20th century film depiction of the signing of the Declaration of Independence at Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 4 July 1776

First page of the Olive Branch Petition, adopted by the Continental Congress in July 1775 to prevent further conflict
OLIVE BRANCH PETITION, 1775. First page of the Olive Branch Petition, adopted by the Continental Congress in July 1775 to prevent further conflict with Great Britain. The petition was rejected

The building in which the Continental Congress of 1783 held its fall session at Annapolis, Maryland: wood engraving
CONTINENTAL CONGRESS, 1783. The building in which the Continental Congress of 1783 held its fall session at Annapolis, Maryland: wood engraving, 19th century

DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE. Signing of the Declaration of Independence at Independence Hall in Philadelphia, 4 July 1776. Contemporary German etching by Berger

Title page of The Congress Canvassed, 1774, by A. W. Farmer, pseudonym of Samuel Seabury, a loyalist
CONTINENTAL CONGRESS, 1774. Title page of The Congress Canvassed, 1774, by A.W. Farmer, pseudonym of Samuel Seabury, a loyalist. This critical Farmers Letter is addressed To the Merchants of New York

American merchant, politician and President of the Continental Congress, 1781-82. Lithograph, 19th century
JOHN HANSON (1721-1783). American merchant, politician and President of the Continental Congress, 1781-82. Lithograph, 19th century

ARTHUR LEE (1740-1792). American diplomat. Broadside written by Lee to announce his candidacy for delegate from Pennsylvania to the Continental Congress, 1784

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Opening prayer of the First Continental Congress in Carpenters Hall Philadelphia, 1774. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Crowds outside Independence Hall hearing John Nixon read the Declaration of Independence, July 4, 1776. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Carpenters Hall, Philadelphia, where the First Continental Congress met. Hand-colored halftone of a 19th-century illustration

Benjamin Harrison of Virginia
Benjamin Harrison, a signer of the Declaration of Independence and grandfather of President Benjamin Harrison. Digitally colored printed halftone reproduction of an illustration

Henry Laurens of South Carolina. Hand-colored engraving reproduction of a portrait

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Caesar Rodney of Delaware. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

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Draft of the Declaration of Independence in Jeffersons handwriting, page 1. Woodcut reproduction with a watercolor wash

Benjamin Rush
Dr. Benjamin Rush at his desk. Hand-colored engraving of a portrait

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Portraits of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, with the drafting Committee in the middle, Philadelphia, 1776. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Robert R. Livingston, a member of the committee which wrote the Declaration of Independence. Hand-colored engraving of a painting

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Roger Sherman, full portrait, with his signature. Hand-colored 19th-century engraving reproduction of a painting

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John Dickinson, with his autograph. Hand-colored engraving of a portrait by Charles Wilson Peale. 1770

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Thomas Jefferson writing the Declaration of Independence, 1776. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century Howard Pyle illustration

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Continental Congress leaving Independence Hall to hear the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence, Philadelphia, PA, 1776. Hand-colored woodcut of a Howard Pyle illustration

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Signing the Declaration of Independence, July 4, 1776. Printed halftone reproduction of Trumbull painting

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The Continental Congress: Shaping the Birth of a Nation In the annals of American history, the Continental Congress stands as an emblematic institution that laid the foundation for a new nation. This esteemed assembly, comprising visionary leaders from across the thirteen colonies, convened in Philadelphia to deliberate upon matters of paramount importance. Among its notable achievements was the document commissioning John Paul Jones as a US Navy captain (EVRV2A-00074), symbolizing their commitment to establishing a formidable naval force. Led by influential figures such as George Wythe of Virginia and attended by luminaries like George Washington, Patrick Henry, and Edmund Pendleton (EVRV2A-00003), this historic gathering embodied unity and determination. Their journey to Philadelphia in September 1774 marked a pivotal moment when these distinguished individuals embarked on shaping America's destiny. Arthur Middleton of South Carolina lent his voice to this hallowed congress, contributing his insights towards forging an indomitable spirit among fellow delegates. The United States Declaration of Independence itself bears witness to their unwavering resolve (July 4, 1776). A facsimile serves as a testament to their courage and conviction in proclaiming liberty from British rule. One cannot overlook the significance of correspondence exchanged during those critical times. The letter from the General Congress at Philadelphia on September 5th, 1774 (litho) encapsulates American grievances that fueled their pursuit for independence. It stands as evidence that every decision made within those walls was rooted in principles dear to every patriot's heart. Amongst these remarkable men stood Samuel Adams - Massachusetts' first delegate to Congress - whose unwavering dedication left an indelible mark on our nation's history (1781-1783). His tireless efforts paved the way for future generations who would carry forward his vision with equal fervor.