North Carolina proudly commemorates the Halifax Resolves each year on April 12. The Halifax Resolves represent a pivotal yet often overlooked milestone in America’s journey to independence. Adopted in 1776 in the town of Halifax, this bold declaration marked the first official call for American independence by a colonial government.
Before the Declaration of Independence was signed, North Carolina delegates, inspired by growing unrest and the desire for self-governance, determined that the colonies should be free. The Halifax Resolves gave North Carolina’s delegates at the Second Continental Congress the authority to join with others in declaring independence — a courageous move that influenced the writing of Declaration of Independence and helped shape the future of the United States.
Remembering the Halifax Resolves isn’t just about looking back at history — it’s about honoring the spirit of unity, leadership, and the willingness to stand for freedom. Writing about the Halifax Resolves would be a great topic submission for the John Locke Foundation’s Call for Papers as well.
