Publisher's Synopsis
The Continental Congress at Princeton is a historical book written by Varnum Lansing Collins. The book covers the events of the Continental Congress during its time at Princeton, New Jersey, from June 30 to November 4, 1783. The Continental Congress was the governing body of the United States during the American Revolution and the early years of the country's history.The book details the debates and discussions that took place during the Congress's time at Princeton, including the ratification of the Treaty of Paris, which officially ended the American Revolution. It also covers the challenges faced by the Congress, including financial difficulties and the need to establish a new government.The author, Varnum Lansing Collins, was a historian and lawyer who served as the Secretary of the State of New Jersey. He was also a member of the New Jersey Historical Society and the American Historical Association.The Continental Congress at Princeton is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the United States, the American Revolution, and the formation of the country's government. It provides a detailed account of the challenges faced by the Continental Congress during a critical period in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
