On Jan 24, 1776 Congress forms a Committee to respond to the King's speech. The King accused the colonies of seeking independence and called on Parliament to crush the rebellion with military force. Congress must decide whether to deny seeking independence, or embrace it.

For more context, check out Episode 83 of the American Revolution Podcast: https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2019/02/episode-083-continental-congress-winter.html.

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