On this day 250 years ago in Philadelphia, the Continental Congress adopted “rules for the regulation of the Navy of the United Colonies.” The Congress had already authorized ships to conduct raids to seize gunpowder, but this action effectively established the United States Navy.

Also on this day in Philadelphia, the Continental Congress accepted two North Carolina regiments into the Continental Line. The 1st North Carolina Regiment was commanded by Col. James Moore and Col. Robert Howe led the 2nd North Carolina Regiment.

Sources: https://americanfounding.org/entries/second-continental-congress-november-28-1775/; https://www.carolana.com/NC/Revolution/patriot_leaders_nc_robert_howe.html