On this day in history, September 5, 1774, First Continental Congress convenes in Philadelphia
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The First Continental Congress convened on on Sept.5, 1774, including delegates from 12 of the 13 colonies and Founding Fathers such as John Adams, Patrick Henry and George Washington.
There had been a rousing send-off for Continental Congress delegates. "This was one of the happiest days of my life." — John Adams Kerry J. Byrne is a lifestyle reporter with Fox News Digital.
John Adams, Samuel Adams, Patrick Henry, John Jay and George Washington all attended the convention at Carpenters' Hall in Philadelphia.
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