The "Committee of Safety" refers to local groups formed during the American Revolutionary period, particularly in the late 18th century. These committees were established to oversee the safety and security of communities, especially in response to British actions. They often took on roles such as organizing local militias and coordinating resistance efforts against British rule. These committees played a crucial role in mobilizing public support for the American Revolution and were instrumental in the establishment of independence. They served as a grassroots mechanism for political organization, helping to unify colonists in their fight for freedom and self-governance.