On September 28, 1779, Samuel Huntington of Connecticut was elected President of the Continental Congress, succeeding John Jay. As presiding officer, he oversaw debates and correspondence during a crucial phase of the Revolutionary War. Huntington helped manage diplomatic relations, military supply issues, and questions of governance. Although the presidency of Congress was largely ceremonial, his leadership contributed to continuity in the revolutionary government. He later served as governor of Connecticut and remained active in public life.
