Text Analysis summaries

Circular Letter of the Boston Committee of Correspondence; May 13, 1774:

This document talks about the harsh treatment that the town of Boston received that was completely cruel and unjust. They were only provided with enough to make them survive through the cold and not starve to death. The Boston port was entirely shut down so no one could leave or come into the port to bring them goods or somethings they may have needed to remain healthy through the hard times. This lockdown encouraged the individual colonies to unite and go against Britains goal to keep the colonies divided. Trade with Britain was suspended while deciding what to do. This was a sacrifice for liberty and the chance to become an independent nation, apart from Britain.

Letter from the New York Committee of Fifty-One to the Boston Committee of Correspondence; May 23, 1774:

This document is from the New York Committee to the Boston Committee apologizing for their misfortunes. The New York Committee tells the Boston Committee about their committee of 51 people and how they just had their first meeting. They request Boston's opinion on the committee and wonder if they wouldn't be interested in joining them at one of their future meetings. New York thinks they need to be aware of whats going on to be sure to secure their common rights. If they don't pay attention, soon enough Britain will not allow them to do anything they want to.

Declaration and Resolves of the First Continental Congress; October 14, 1774:

This document is about the First Continental Congress. All colonies were asked to select representatives that would represent each colony well. They all met in Philadephia to discuss plans for the near future. They made several resolves which would benefit the colonies. Some of those resolves included keeping an army ready for battle, being entitled to life, liberty, and property, and that the colonies are entitled to the common law of England.