251 years ago, the Continental Congress authorized $2 million in bills of credit

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251 years ago, the Continental Congress authorized $2 million in bills of credit

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Congress authorizes the issue of Continental currency | June 22, 1775 | HISTORY

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On June 22, 1775, Congress authorizes the issue of $2 million in bills of credit. By the spring of 1775, colonial lea...

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