On This Day: Schooner beats back boarding attempts by larger British force
Gen. George Washington remains in Philadelphia to continue his meetings with the Second Continental Congress. Their focus is on defending New York City and assisting with the struggling situation in Canada.
TL;DR
- General Washington met with the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia.
- Congress discussed defending New York City and assisting Canada.
- Virginia delegates introduced resolutions for independence from England.
- A small American schooner in Boston Harbor repelled boarding attempts from a larger British force.
- The brigantine Hannah was purchased for the Continent and would be fitted for service.