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Edmund Pendleton and the birth of American independence
In May 1776 Edmund Pendleton, Virginia conservative leader, presided over Williamsburg convention that began self government and led to the Declaration of Independence. Known as Moderation, Pendleton authored a pivotal resolution aligning colonial rights with future constitutional principles.
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Edmund Pendleton
America
Squire Edmund Pendleton
Virginia
Pendleton
Williamsburg
Tns
Edmund
Col
Benjamin Moore
Caroline County
St. Mary’s Parish
Virginia House of Burgesses
Patrick Henry
Henry
England
Congress
United Colonies