The Second Continental Congress met in Philadelphia from May 10, 1775, to March 1, 1781. It was made up of delegates from the thirteen American colonies. The Congress took several important steps toward independence from Great Britain, including:
* Creating the Continental Army
* Adopting the Declaration of Independence
* Signing the Treaty of Alliance with France
* Establishing a new government for the United States
The Second Continental Congress was a turning point in the American Revolution. It set the course for American independence and helped establish the United States of America.