The Mecklenburg Resolves were adopted in Charlotte, North Carolina, by the local Committee of Safety as a radical declaration of independence from British rule. Amidst intensifying conflicts and the sentiment for self-governance growing nationwide, the delegates convened to discuss the colonies' dire circumstances. They crafted a series of resolutions that enumerated their political assertions and outright rejected British authority. This bold stance was influenced by the recent skirmishes at Lexington and Concord, demonstrating a willingness among the colonists to take matters into their own hands. The 20 resolutions articulated grievances, including the lack of representation and oppressive policies imposed by the British Parliament. In addition, they called for a commitment to uphold local governance in the face of British oppression, marking a significant moment in the push toward independence. Many view the Mecklenburg Resolves as a precursor to the later Declaration of Independence, as they embodied the fundamental principles of freedom and self-determination that would define the American colonies' struggle against British imperial rule. The proceedings were grounded in the prevailing revolutionary fervor that characterized this period in American history.