Richard Henry Lee, a delegate from Virgina, introduced a resolution to Congress in Philadelphia proclaiming independence from Britain; John Adams seconded the motion.
Lee’s resolution declared that the colonies had the right to be free and independent States;
That the actions were to be taken immediately for a total dissolution of bonds with the British Crown.
Roman values of discipline strength and loyalty characterized a person with the virtue of a solider in the military, since Rome's power both domestically and abroad came from its strong military force.
