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On May 15, 1776, the Virginia Convention met in Williamsburg and officially passed a resolution calling for independence from British rule. This pivotal moment marked Virginia's commitment to break away from Great Britain, aligning with the growing revolutionary sentiment in the American colonies. The decision set the stage for Virginia to become a leader in the push for independence, influencing other colonies to follow suit.

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