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Second Continental Congress

The Second Continental Congress played a pivotal role in mobilizing American forces during the Revolutionary War. With approximately 5,400 soldiers engaged, the Americans outnumbered the British by about 1,000. Notably, around 400 Americans were wounded compared to about 1,100 British casualties. The Americans won the first two battles but had to retreat in the third due to ammunition shortages. General Israel Putnam's famous order, "Don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes," underscored their strategic defense, boosting American confidence and showcasing their capability to stand up to British forces.

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Second Continental Congress

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  1. Second Continental Congress

  2. Statistics • About 5,400 soldiers fought • About 1,000 more Americans than British • About 400 Americans wounded • About 1,100 British wounded (50%) • About 2,800 Americans survived

  3. A Strategic Location • Overlooked Boston • Cannons could be fired from the hill onto the city.

  4. Battles • 3 battles fought • Americans won first 2 • Americans ran out of ammunition; had to retreat in the 3rd battle

  5. General Israel Putnam “Don’t fire until you see the whites of their eyes.”

  6. Significance • Boosted confidence of Americans • Showed Americans able to hold their own against British regulars

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