This volume investigates the administrative and political challenges faced by the Continental Congress during the summer of 1779. Paul H. Smith, a historian specializing in the American Revolution, compiles and annotates primary correspondence to illustrate the legislative priorities and internal conflicts of the delegates during a critical phase of the war.

Historians and researchers frequently cite this series as a foundational resource for understanding the granular political mechanics of the American Revolution. The academic density of the prose and the meticulous editorial standards make it a standard reference for scholars studying the legislative history of the United States.