Why did George Washington not sign the US Declaration of Independence?
- He favored reconciliation with Great Britain.
- He was commanding the Continental Army at that time.
- He had retired to Mount Vermont.
- He didnt approve of the wording of the Declaration.
Answer
The correct answer is B) He was commanding the Continental Army at that time..
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