Mobilized public opinion. The Committees of Correspondence also played a vital role in mobilizing public opinion against British rule. They published pamphlets and distributed leaflets that criticized British policies and called for American independence. This helped to sway public opinion in favor of the Patriots and made it more difficult for the British to maintain control of the colonies.
Provided intelligence. The Committees of Correspondence served as an intelligence-gathering network for the Patriots. They collected information about British military movements and planned to share it with Patriot leaders. This information was essential for the Patriots to plan their own military operations and to avoid being surprised by British attacks.
Enforced boycotts. The Committees of Correspondence helped to enforce boycotts of British goods. They encouraged colonists to purchase American-made goods instead of British imports. This was an important economic tactic that helped to weaken the British economy.