What did the second continental congress accomplish when it met in may of 1775

When the Second Continental Congress met in May of 1775, it accomplished several important actions, including:

1. **Creation of the Continental Army**: The Congress established the Continental Army to coordinate the military efforts of the colonies against British forces and appointed George Washington as its commander.

2. **Petitioning King George III**: The Congress also adopted the Olive Branch Petition, which was a final attempt to avoid war with Great Britain by affirming loyalty to the crown while requesting a resolution to the ongoing conflicts. However, this petition was sent in July 1775 after the Congress had convened.

3. **Listing Grievances**: The Congress discussed grievances against the British government but did not formally establish a committee for this purpose at that initial meeting. Most grievances were articulated in subsequent documents and resolutions.

While the Congress took important steps, it did **not** vote to declare independence from Great Britain until July 1776. Thus, the most accurate statement of what the Second Continental Congress accomplished in May 1775 is that "it created the Continental Army."