The Best Agenda of the Continental Congress

Can one really declare that either the moderates, conservatives, or radicals were more affective and persuasive than the other pertaining to their agenda, especially after considering all of the facts in its entirety? This question has a very specific answer. One must understand that the Boston Tea Party was the foundation of why the first and the second Continental Congress was establish in the first place. The Americas literally offended Britain when they dumped thousand of pounds of tea in the harbor to make a point, which should have been displayed through other actions: Britain should not monopolize the tea market. Consequently, Boston specifically, and Massachusetts in general, had to face an inevitable punishment- The Intolerable Acts. The Intolerable Acts which were comprised of the Boston Port Act ( an act that closed the harbors of Boston until damages could be repair and paid for and to ensure order) as well as the Quartering Act (an act that allowed British solders to invade the privacy of homes in Boston and everywhere else for that matter). But the most unacceptable Act that was established, that had nothing to do with the Intolerable Acts, was the Quebec Act, which guaranteed the French Canadian’s their Catholic religion, which ultimately had the capacity to spread southward to where the Protestants of Massachusetts were. All of these unbearable restrictions lead the Congress to come together for the purpose of establishing the best solution- a solution of comprise and freedom. Among the solution that were offer, the radical were the most effective and persuasive in going through with there agenda, because through signing the Declaration of Independence, liberty was gained at last. In addition, the relationship between the U.S and Britain was unrepairable, the war had already begun, and the Intolerable Acts (taxation without representation) were all elements that contributed to the persuasiveness and effectiveness of the radical's agenda. However the solutions of the moderates and conservative were consistently rejected, causing their agenda to become only a failed attempt.



It is true that the Continental Congress had an array of great thinkers, but it is also evident that each plan to comprise with Britain was neither effective, nor successful. The conservative were among the most unsuccessful planners, concerning the best solution. For example, Joseph Galloway argument, a compromise rather, that would allow the colonies of Great Britian to have there own parliament. His compromise was expectedly rejected and he remain under the power of the Crown. Secondly Jay thought that the British act could be veto through establishing colonies to make Britain want a relationship with the colonies, especially like the relationship they had before the French and Indian War. Unfortunately, he was defeated and remained unsuccessful. The conservatives lack of aggression is the element that caused their defeat, ultimately causing the radical to take a stand. Rejection and defeat is inadmissable, which is why Galloway's and Jay's agenda was neither the most effective nor persuasive.



Likewise, the moderates were not aggressive either, and believed that they could repair their relationship with Britain. John Dickenson was a very stubborn men who would not sign the Declaration of Independence, and did not agree with American Independence dispite the country struggle to compromise with Britain. Later on, Dickerson support the Declaration of Independence but did not sign it because he did not contribute in any way to it. George Wshington, being the strong leader he was, did not display the most effective and persuasive agenda. Though he led the army and forced Britain out of Boston, it does not compare the radical who created separated for freedom




Among the three categorized groups, it is extremely evident that the radical were the most persuasive and affective in their agenda. What they did was not only intelligent, but was also the best solution. On July4th 4, 1776, four radical named Patrick Henry, Sam Adams, James Adams, and Charles Thomson signed a document that give America complete liberty from the unbearable laws of Britain, known as The Declaration of Independence. Complete seperation from the English colonies was no longer a dream and the thought of unnecessary wars was only a agonizing thought. Though most thought that complete independence was not the best solution, they have obviously been proven wrong and so many ways. If American would have remained dependent of Britain, the future of American would have been in constant jeopardy- wars and laws of restrictions. In addition to that they also discovered that the Parliament possessed no authority to tax the colonists.

Through the many obstacle and difficulties that Britain has provided, the radicals of the first and second Continental Congress still prevailed by signing a document that caused much needed liberation and by declaring the Intolerable Acts null and void. The French and Indian War and the Intolerables Acts, just to name a few, were leading events that caused the radical to act wisely. Their action cause freedom from the Crown, which is why they were most persuasive and effective in their agenda. No other delegates, no other men step up to get the job done but Henry, Sam and John, Thomson. Lots of people did not want a dichtomy, but this men knew what was best and have done commendabe and inevitable action for America. The other delegates were successful in contributing thought to the problem's Britain were providing, but their actions were completely different and did not amount to the work of the radicals.

works cited: historycentral.com, historydeleware, eyewitness.com, bioguidecongress.com
and the American Pageant

Major Effect of Religion

Religion, in the eyes of limited individuals, was the element of nothingness that was ultimately ineffective, concerning the establishment and outcomes of the English colonies in North America. In reality, though, religion was known specifically as the primary driving force behind colonization. Religion has played a major role in being the underlying cause behind persecution, violence, and political restrictions as displayed through Plymouth, Rhode Island, Maryland, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania. Through colonization, much needed liberation was sought after. Once each colony literally snatched their freedom, judgment and disapproval was nonexistent, allowing their environment to be balanced and rewarding.

Plymouth and Rhode Island displayed similarities like none other through colonization and their belief systems. Traditionally, under a particular religion, every member obeyed and naturally agreed with the rules sat before them without thinking about or debating any. However, every Puritan did not totally agree with the Church of England’s system, which stated: “Communion between saints and the damned must be shared.” After the discovery of such an action, the Puritans immediately formed a dichotomy- a group of Puritans that were known as the Separatists. These Separatist were harassed out of the land. They faced starvation, initially missed their stop to Plymouth, and one person died on the Mayflower. Likewise, Rhode Island, lead by Roger Williams, yearned for freedom- not freedom from sharing communion with the damned- but instead, having freedom of religion in general. Religion was a choice not an obligation. The colony was also used as a heaven for others who had bared the religious hardships of other colonies. Thus far, religion had created a dichotomy between the Puritan, which ultimately broke up a race of individuals, caused starvation, and created restrictions that were too unbearable for its member.

Secondly, Maryland and Pennsylvania, however, were religious practicing colonies, subjugated and compelled to sink in the ocean of endless restrictions and tedious procedures. The colony of Maryland, lead by Lord Baltimore, was established so that the Catholics could practice their religion in an unbiased atmosphere. Because of the persecution by the Protestants, the Catholics had no other alternative but to ultimately settle in Maryland. Though Catholics ultimately obtained liberation and equality, the lives for natives were unbearable. The Jews and the atheists had to obey the Catholic faith or face the inevitable penalty of death. On the other hand, Massachusetts Bay colony, lead by Winthrop, was established because Puritans (non-Separatists) feared catastrophe after the Charles I dismissed the Parliament in 1629. The Puritans wanted to reform, to literally change and rearrange the system of the Church of England. Following the Great Migration, fur trading, ship building, and fishing were successfully constructed. The Puritan’s success set and example for humankind elsewhere. Their covenant with God was a powerful proximity that had the potential to effectively influence others groups. Through other actions, Massachusetts Bay Colony established a system where the government focused on religion. Unfortunately, the Quakers were severely persecuted with fines, banishment, and hangings. Separatist minister Roger William and activist Anne Hutchison strongly disagreed and abhorred the actions of the Massachusetts Bay Colony.

Finally, the colony of Pennsylvania was established by Quaker in the mid 1600. Deeply religious, the Quakers did not support the Church of England when it came to financial assistance- taxes. They totally disagreed with the Church of England due to their “deep conviction”. The Quakers were consistently persecuted for their beliefs. William Penn, the leader of the Quakers was persecuted as well, but was safe from being treated cruelly, fined, flogged, and imprisoned, as other Quakers were. After getting permission from the King, the colony migrated to Pennsylvania to escape judgment and bondage. Fortunately, Puritans were able to practice their religion, while natives were not compelled to do so. Slavery and unbearable restrictions on immigrates were also nonexistent.

Due to the abundant amount of evidence that had been provided, the element of influence, religion, was the underlying current to major events. Anyone who alleges to say otherwise should strongly reconsider and analyze in dept the accessible facts of history. Religion, in addition to the imperfect human conscious, had promoted violence, death, inequality, dichotomy, hate, and fear. The list goes on and on. Also, religion and religious members of colonies have promoted fairness, liberation, and positive protest. With such great elements and actions displayed through American history, pertaining to colonization in its entirety, it is frankly unwise to state that religion has had little or no effect on English colonies in North America. “Major effect” would be the most appropriate phrase.

Varies Differeces between colonies

It is very obvious that throughout history different colonies have displayed different characteristics, ranging from their founder to their charter, making them each individually unique. Virginia, a colony, started by the Virginia Company, was officially initiated by King James. With the disbandment of The Virginia Company of Plymouth, The Virgina Company of London (The Virginia Company) had isolated power to colonize the North Americans. They expected to retrieve silver and gold though their expedition in 1607, but instead faced death one on one, due to disease, starvation, and the Powhatan people. What started with 150 colonist, ultimately ended in 38- a tragic decrease in population. Luckily one intelligent colonist, John Rulse, collected tabacco from the expedition to export back to England. Like the Powhatan people, The Puritan were upset because of religious persecution and discoragement in reform. Surprisingly, a man neamed Winthrop obtained a charter for the Massachusetts Bay Colony, which provided a land grant. The Puritans migrated to North America with a much more thorough plan than the Virginia Company who faced tremendous deaths. Also the population of men in the colony far will exceeded 150 men- but 20,000 men. Because of the Great Migration, the church/states worked collaboratively to create civil morality.

Another group of different people known as the Separatist founded Plymouth Colony and eventually fled to Holland and eventually to America, only because King James did not agree with the Separatist viewpoints. The population of the Piligram families that initiated the Plymouth Colony is unknown. Unlike other colonies Plymouth Colony did not try to attribute wealth through illogical, immoral. and unplanned tactics like the Virginia Colony. Maryland on the other hand, was a colony founded by Lord Bothmore a newly converted Catholic. It is very obvious that Maryland establish a colony for religious purposes. In initiating the colony, being before 1649, there were minor issue with the Protestants and the Catholics. Through the Maryland Toleration Act everyone had to practice Christianity or be punished. Maryland eventually became a state. The population of the colony is unknown.

The Conneticut Colony, which later became a state, was founded by Crowell in the late 1630s. After colonization the English and the Native Americas began to fight during the Pequot War. The population of the colony is unknown. Rhode Island, which later became a colony, was founded by Roger Williams. The colony was established for religious purposes, unlike the Conneticut Colony. The colony was specifically established because of extreme persecution.

Delaware, a persistent colony in search of a stable settlement, was founded in 1638 by Peter Minuit. The Swedes and Finn migrated to Delaware but the Dutch was not going to have any such thing to happen. They consistently protested and the Delaware Colony migrated elsewhere.
New York, a colony, was founded by Henry Hudson. The colony migrated to the New Netherland and eventually called it NewYork. The settlement that took place in New York was called Fort Orange. The Purpose for the New York colony was the fact that the English failed to perform the wanted voyage to India, and other place as well, like Newfoundland, so they eventually migrated to New York for ultimate settlement. The population is unknow.

Pennsylvania, later became a state, was founded by William Penn. The purpose of the colony was to allow others to have liberation from practicing religion. The colony primarily protected the Quakers from persecution. The colony was established in 1682. And finally Georgia, a colony, was founded by James Oglethorpe. The colony was given a charter from King George II to establish a new colony. The purpose of the colony was to serve as a place where debtors in prison could go to start anew and it served the purpose of the Spanish not continuing their expansion to Florida.

summer events in the life of Leo

This was the most boring summer ever, but for some very specific reason. This summer I focused specifically on college and college only for the most part. I got information in the mail from a ton of colleges that I did not even know of. I did get some information for two of the colleges that I want to come to- The University of Illinois-Urabana Champaign and Georgetown Unversity