July 4 · Fourth of July

1776

1972 · 2h 21m · Drama, History

Directed by Peter H. Hunt

The Continental Congress argues its way to July 4, 1776.

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Colonial representatives gather in Philadelphia with the aim of establishing a set of governmental rules for the burgeoning United States. Benjamin Franklin and John Adams charge Thomas Jefferson with the task of writing a statement announcing the new country's emancipation from British rule.