What was the name of the wartime assembly that adopted the Declaration of Independence commemorated by America250?

The Second Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence commemorated by America250.

The Second Continental Congress began meeting in Philadelphia in May 1775, soon after fighting between colonial forces and Britain had begun. It coordinated the revolutionary war effort, managed diplomacy, issued currency, and acted as the de facto national government during the crisis.

On July 2, 1776, Congress approved the resolution declaring independence. Two days later, it adopted the Declaration of Independence, which explained the decision and presented the colonies’ case to the world.

The First Continental Congress had met in 1774 to coordinate a response to British policies, but it did not declare independence. The Second Continental Congress therefore has the specific connection to the document and event marked by the United States Semiquincentennial.