# Rev250-083 First Resolution on Independence - May 10, 1776

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Podcast: [American Revolution Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/american-revolution-podcast-1005421)
Published: 2026-05-08T10:44:00+00:00
Episode link: https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2019/05/episode-098-voting-for-independence.html
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## Resource

On May 10, 1776, the Continental Congress passes a pretty uncontroversial resolution asking colonies to form their own governments. A small committee then goes back and adds a lengthy preface saying that the reason for doing so is to get away from the tyranny of the king. For more details check out Episode 98 of the American Revolution Podcast: https://blog.amrevpodcast.com/2019/05/episode-098-voting-for-independence.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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