Tension grew in 1775 as British troops controlled Boston. In response, the colonists

Tension grew in 1775 as British troops controlled Boston. In response, the colonists agreed with the Intolerable Acts, consented to British rule, negotiated with the king, and formed armed militias.

council members were chosen randomly, and men could present laws for debate in assembly.

four sitting presidents have been assassinated while in office but the first was abraham lincoln,