Charles Thomson

” Charles Thomson of Pennsylvania was elected secretary and served in that office during the 15-year life of the Congress.

…northwest, was the birthplace of Charles Thomson (1730–1824), who served as secretary to the First and Second U.S. Continental Congresses (1774–89) and wrote out the Declaration of Independence.

…and the previous reports to Charles Thomson, secretary of Congress.

However, Charles Thomson, secretary of the Continental Congress, in describing the proposed Great Seal of the United States, suggested the following symbolism: “White signifies purity and innocence, Red, hardiness & valour, and Blue…signifies vigilence [sic], perseverence [sic] & justice.” As with many other national flags, the…