What was established by the Continental Congress on 13 October 1775?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about a historical event concerning the establishment of a military force by the Continental Congress on a specific date. The possible answers suggest that it is related to the early military organization during the American Revolutionary War.
Answer
Continental Navy.
On 13 October 1775, the Continental Congress established the Continental Navy, which is now the United States Navy.
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On 13 October 1775, the Continental Congress established the Continental Navy, which is now the United States Navy.
More Information
The Continental Congress's decision to establish the Continental Navy on 13 October 1775 marked the beginning of maritime forces in the United States, celebrating this date as the Navy's birthday.
Sources
- The web page with info on - The Establishment of the Department of the Navy - history.navy.mil
- Birth of the U.S. Navy – 13 October 1775 - 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing - 2ndmaw.marines.mil
- The Continental Navy | American Battlefield Trust - battlefields.org
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