Historical Events tagged with "samuel huntington"
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Politics & Government
Samuel Huntington Elected President of Congress
September 28th, 1779 245 years ago
On September 28, 1779, Samuel Huntington was elected as the new President of the Continental Congress, following John Jay. Huntington, originally from Connecticut, was a prominent political figure and had previously served as a delegate. The election reflected the ongoing struggles and shifts in leadership during the American Revolution, as the colonies navigated challenges in governance, war, and diplomacy.
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