EPISODE · Jul 1, 2026 · 3 MIN
July 1: The Debate That Created America
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On July 1, 1776, the Continental Congress began debating whether the American colonies should declare independence from Great Britain. Before there was a Declaration of Independence, there was a difficult decision, and the courage to make it. Discover the remarkable story behind America's first step toward nationhood.
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