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American Revolution
The American Revolution saw some of the colonists who preferred to remain with Great Britain. The Loyalists believed that the decision to remain part of Britain was a safer and better alternative for their economy and government. Many difficulties faced by Loyalists. They were frequently intimidatedRead more
- The American Revolution saw some of the colonists who preferred to remain with Great Britain.
- The Loyalists believed that the decision to remain part of Britain was a safer and better alternative for their economy and government.
- Many difficulties faced by Loyalists. They were frequently intimidated by neighbors who wanted independence, their possessions were often destroyed while they were treated as enemies.
- Many fled from their homes to avoid violence, some relocating to Canada or returning to Britain.
- Loyalists had to start afresh in new locations during and after the war without much support. They lost land, businesses, as well as social status.
- Even though the war ended, they were not always welcomed back by Americans and continued facing bias and difficulty in rebuilding their lives.
- Loyalist Americans had an extremely tough time during the Revolutionary War since they had to choose between being loyal to Britain or wanting self-determination for America.
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