During the late 1700s, it was the start of the American Revolution and people were taking sides. The American Revolution started due to different beliefs in how to govern the colonies. Majority of the Americans were not appeased with the way British government were governing. However there were still several who were satisfied with the way Parliament ruled. Although, the colonies were not a united nation, and did not follow same customs or cultural aspects. Today, America is a free, independent country which would not be here if it were not for the Patriots vigorous determination. Americans are rather grateful for what the Patriots did as they can live in peace as other countries could not be afford the joy of freedom. Yet, one must think on …show more content…
Others, would not follow in such vile acts if there were any casualties. These people would be more known as Loyalists for they would not betray Britain and the Loyalists had a valid reason for siding with Britain, as they thought logically in what the outcome would result in. Britain had all the strengths to win this war, the finances, best military, navy and soldiers, and larger amount of people. Patriots did not have the finances or a strong military to be able to have a chance to win the war. Loyalists also were making deciding to stay loyal because they did not agree with the Patriots. They were actually pleased with the way Parliament was …show more content…
British had to make certain changes to make sure the Americans knew who was in charge, which is not something to be thought as cruel. Governments are there to make sure the people know what is right and wrong and enforce laws for the common good. Patriots were angry for the heavy taxes that they were forced to pay. However there were heavier taxes to be paid in Britain, which the British had way worse. As well for when boycotts occurred, Parliament would negotiate and most likely remove such taxes or acts. Today, Americans also pay taxes and probably even higher priced than before. Patriots fought hard for the rights and independence but yet could not get rid of taxes as many wished to have
The american revolution was not revolutionary. The impact of the war was not the cause of change for some of the categories, but was further down the line during other times. the revolution was not revolutionary because it inflicted moderate change in the political and social categories and inflicted no change in the aspects of Slavery
1st, Resolved, That whoever shall aid, or abet, or in any manner assist in the introduction of tea, from any place whatsoever, into this colony, while it is subject, by a British act to parliament, to the payment of a duty, for the purpose of raising a revenue in American, he shall be deemed an enemy to the liberties of America.
James Otis mentions “No part of His Majesty’s dominions can be taxed without their consent… this would seem to [contradict] the theory of the constitution” which explains that the governed must have a say in what they will be taxed on and if not, the British Parliament is par taking in illegal actions. With no representation in Parliament, American colonists who felt the taxes to be a little excessive had no other option other than civil disobedience to rebel. It is safe to to say that the colonists had every right to rebel against the British.
After a victorious win against the French in the long exhausting Seven Years War, the British were quickly faced with another challenged, war debts. Unable to paid off the debts, England decided to raise taxes on their closest allies, the colonists. To this, it ended salutary neglect as Britain rose taxes on stamps, teas, and anything else that was legal by the king. As the years passes, the colonists slowly became intolerant and agreed to join forces with one another against the British, thus began the american revolution. Moreover, in Yorktown, the final battle of the American Revolution, the colonists won as they proudly claim their victory prize, freedom. After the separation with Britain, some of their steps that led to independence was
In the past, while learning about the American Revolution I had always thought of America as a united front. The war between the Patriots and Loyalists could even be compared to the war between America and Britain. The Patriots were not justified in abusing and expelling the Loyalists. In the actions the Patriots took against the Loyalists, they violated their unalienable rights, these actions also allowed for history to repeat itself through the civil war in 1861.
The American Revolution was the first time any country had fought for independence, and that was a big deal in the 1700s. At the time, Great Britain was considered to be the greatest empire in the nation-how did thirteen little colonies with no military experience defeat this powerful empire? The colonists were very hesitant at first, but with superb leadership, help from the French, and a few errors made by British commanders, the colonies were able to conquer Great Britain and create their own empire.
"...one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all." - United States Pledge of Allegiance. Many historians debate whether the American Revolution was revolutionary or not. The War of Independence is an impact because it made an effect on America by increasing women's rights, decreasing Northern slavery, and transforming the Native American's relation with the colonists.
They felt as if the war was unnessessary and will only bring death in which didn’t have to be brought. Also through their eyes patriots were doing things very uncalled for because Britian was only trying to help and guide America to a better state. Loyalist James Chalmers said, “Great Britain has afforded to all mankind the most perfect proof of her wise, lenient and magnanimous government on the Colonies…” this was said in the speech “Plain Truth”. This quote states the idea of the loyalist being that of, Britian doing nothing wrong through their actions in the colonies. Later he also states, “Innumerable are the advantages of our connection with Britain, and a just dependence on her is a sure way to avoid the calamities and horrors of war. [Thomas Paine] surely forgets that when independent, we cannot trade with Europe…” Another arguement posed by the loyalist was, the colonies needed Britian for trade purposes. Without Britian the colonies would fall into ruin because of economic and physical downfalls of the society and the
With the end of the French and Indian War came an influx of new taxes on the British American colonies. Beginning with the Proclamation Line of 1763, resentment of Parliament grew. Where colonists had once been proud Britons, and enjoyed “the British system of government—with its limited government and respect for the rights of the individual”, many now were frustrated and felt crushed under the boot of tyranny (Document 3). These are sentiments that drive the narrative of the Revolutionary War today; most non-historians see the war for independence as an organized rebellion of a united people against an oppressive, tyrannical government. Evidence suggests, however, that the Founding Fathers overstated the “death, desolation, and tyranny” they
The American Revolution was turning point in the United States. It was a time of change and revolution in America. The ideas during the American Revolution is responsible for the way America is today. The American Revolution opened the eyes of many americans to what is right and just. The American Revolution was a revolutionary time because it led to more equality for the minorities, it gave more power to the people and broke down social barriers.
The Revolutionary War was the colonial struggle for freedom, liberty and independence. There were growing tensions between the colonial militia and the British military after the French and Indian War, which would intensify as a result of strict British legislation. Strict British legislation and unreasonably high taxes led to rebellion and boycotting British goods. The French and Indian war, British legislation and taxation and the ideologies of the Enlightenment altered the American perceptions of Britain, and contributed to the beginning of the Revolutionary War.
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I am doing a synthesis write on what I know about the revolutionary war. My claim is: you may think that the colonists and loyalists were different because they were fighting against each other, However in many different ways they are the same.
In analysis of the our country’s fight for independence, historians and many others have looked deeper into what the war really was about and how “revolutionary” it would be identified as. The topic itself has been brought down to two broadened opinions delving into whether the war was conservative or radical. After taking on ten primary documents that could help to solidify one answer, it has been recognized that the Revolution was less revolutionary than originally suspected. Parts of these documents have influenced the analysis, such as Document #2, #9, and #10. These documents help show a more conservative perspective on how our country received its independence. More becomes clear about the way the Revolution negatively affected other groups of people excluding the rich, white men that made up the majority of our founding
In the mid-1700s, there were many problems that led to the Revolutionary War. The colonists faced many difficulties because of Britain. They went against the British because after the Seven-Years War they felt that the British were treating the colonists unfairly, imposing taxes even though they were allies in the Seven-Years War. Even though the colonists were British, it is debatable to whether or not the colonists were influenced negatively by the British and that they wanted to separate themselves from Britain, or whether the colonists just wanted to become an independent nation of their own because they see themselves as a separate nation. Having said that, I think that because of the Seven-Years War, it led to many events which caused