Resolution in the Continental Congress Introduced by Richard Henry Lee Proposing a Declaration of Independence June 7th 1776
Resolved That these United Colonies are, and of right ought to be, free and independent states, that they are absolved from all allegiance to the British Crown,and that all political connection between them and the State of Great Britain is, and ought to be, totally dissolved.
That it is expedient forthwith to take the most effectual meausres for forming foreign Alliances
That a plan of confederation bed prepared and transmitted to the respective Colonies for their consideration and approbation.
Passed July 2nd 1776.
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