Question

Which gentleman OFFICIALLY proposed that the colonists should consider formally declaring independence from Britain? A. John Adams B. Ben Franklin C. Richard Henry Lee D. Thomas Jefferson​

Answer 1

Answer: Richard Henry Lee

Explanation: Richard Henry Lee proposed a series of resolutions for independence in the Continental Congress on June 7, 1776, stating that "these United Colonies are, and of right ought to be, free and independent States, that they are absolved from all allegiance to the British Crown, and that all political connection between them and the State of Great Britain is, and ought to be, totally dissolved." After four days of debate, Congress appointed a committee to draft a declaration consisting of members ...