On This Day: With funds and reinforcements in hand, Washington returns to New York ready for battle
On June 3, 1776, the Second Continental Congress finalized military measures in consultation with General George Washington. They authorized militia reinforcements and approved defensive naval preparations for New York Harbor. John Hancock expressed gratitude to Washington for his military expertise and assured him of Congress's support for the upcoming campaign.
- ▪The Second Continental Congress met to finalize military strategies with General George Washington.
- ▪They authorized reinforcements and naval preparations for New York Harbor.
- ▪John Hancock thanked Washington for his military knowledge and experience.
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The following is an installment of “On This Day,” a series celebrating America’s 250th anniversary by following the actions of Gen. George Washington, the Continental Congress, and the men and women whose bravery and sacrifice led up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. June 3, 1776 Recommended Stories The Democratic mess in Maine On This Day: It is inevitable. The British are coming More shoes to drop for Graham Platner? In Philadelphia, the Second Continental Congress finalizes military measures developed in consultation with Gen. George Washington. It authorizes militia reinforcements, approves defensive naval preparations for New York Harbor, and organizes what will become the “flying camp,” a mobile reserve force for the middle colonies.
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