The Final Break

The State House:

- The State House met on July 1, 1776, the Second Continental Congress met in Philadelphia's State House.
- The date for the vote of Independence was July 2 & 12 colonies voted for Independence.

Debate Over Slavery:

- The decision in relation to slavery was Jefferson had charged King George with violating the "sacred rights of life and Liberty... Of a distant people by carrying them into slavery.

Independence Day:

- The date that the delegates approved the Declaration of Independence was July 4.
- Franklin's quote was, "our lives, our fortunes, and our sacred honor."