The First Continental Congress

The First Continental Congress convened in September 1774 as a response to the Intolerable Acts imposed by the British. Delegates from twelve of the thirteen colonies gathered in Philadelphia to discuss their grievances and coordinate a unified response. They sought to address issues such as British taxation and the violation of colonial rights while asserting their rights as Englishmen. The Congress led to the formation of the Continental Association, which organized a boycott of British goods, demonstrating the colonies' commitment to resist British rule collectively.