On This Day: Continental Congress finally commits to sending Gen. Washington the troops he’s lobbied for

The following is an installment of “On This Day,” a series celebrating America’s 250th anniversary by following the actions of Gen.

George Washington, the Continental Congress, and the men and women whose bravery and sacrifice led up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

June 1, 1776 After much deliberation, including a week of […] ...