American Revolution Social Changes

When looking at the social and political changes that took place during the early American colonies you can see a steady progression towards ideologies that would lead to the Revolution. When you have different levels of government being put in place by the states depending upon their needs, where rural areas had different court systems than more urban areas, you see a level of independence for governance that the colonists began to see the benefit of having, separate from the rule of the Crown. To counter this increase in independence. the Crown implemented ever changing political positions that could be assigned to those who were loyal to the Crown and the social hierarchy that was prevalent in Britain at the time. These actions of corruption

Historically the United States of America is looked at as one the most powerful and successful countries in the world. To think this wasn’t always the case is bizarre. It all started as thirteen little colonies that were under British control. Many things played a part in making the country what it is today. It would have been nice to look at it as one specific event, but it was many political, economic and social factors that led to the American Revolution.

There was no singular event that led to the American Revolution however, there were long-term causes that were brought to the forefront because of short-term events. Many of these long-term causes were tax acts that were being placed on the colonies to help Britain pay debt that was inquired during the war with France. These tax acts included the Sugar Act of 1764, the Quartering Act of 1765, and the Townshend Acts of 1767. These acts required the colonies to pay taxes on coffee, tea, paper, and other item, while at the same time forcing them to feed and house british soldiers (Schultz, 2014 pp. 84-90).

After reading Chapter 5 in “The American Yawp”, it is clear that there were many social, economic, and political consequences of the American Revolution. This is evident because of the changes in societal beliefs, the end of mercantilism, and the increased participation in politics and governance. To begin with, the American Revolution changed the people’s societal beliefs. Prior to the Revolution, society was deferential and aristocratic.

American Revolution: The American Revolution is a very important event in U.S history and I think that this is the most important event in U.S history. It was known as the war of Independence and there is a reason why. It was caused by tension between Britain and the 13 colonies about independence. This was a long battle but was won by the colonist so they gained independence. I think that this is the most important because without this battle the America wouldn't be the same.

During the 1800 many individuals shaped what we call today the American society and culture. Many settlers’ didn’t know how impactful this would affect in today’s society. Some of the greatest example that changed America was Roger Williams, Alexander Hamilton, Nathanael Greene, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, John Rolfe, William Penn, Benjamin Franklin, and least but not last Thomas Paine. They became well recognized during the 1800 due to their major judgments such as religious issues, politically, economically, and founding new lands in America. In addition, they also left a legacy for many founded colonies in the United States.

It’s been over 200 years since the original thirteen colonies of America fought their revolutionary war against Great Britain, in hopes of achieving their independence. We shall be going through a few areas of the Revolution, such as the military, social hierarchy, the role of men and women during the war, the colonists’ values of equality and their social contract response to the British government’s abuses, and we’ll compare these areas to the present day. The American Revolution started around April of 1775, when British redcoats and American militiamen exchanged gunshots in Lexington and Concord in Massachusetts. However, that was only the beginning of the fighting; the reasons for the war date from years prior, when resistance from the

Was the American Revolution revolutionary? Most would say yes, but there are some who question how truly revolutionary it was. In A Young People’s History of the United States in chapter 5 Howard Zinn states, “Much of the property taken from loyalists went to enrich the Revolutionary leaders and friends.” In other words, during the war much of the poor working men and women’s land was taken and given to the wealthy to make them even more powerful.

The American Revolution was a significant turning point in the history of America. If I lived in 1776 and had an important influence on the American Revolution I would be a delegate of the Continental Congress. It would be a good opportunity for me to know more about the events occurring at the time and I would have a chance to express my ideas and thoughts about political issues and war. My influence in congress could not only persuade the people but also the members of congress that make many decisions for the country. Having an influence in congress would give me the power to motivate other delegates and show them why it is necessary to fight for freedoms and liberty.

The American Revolution was a direct result of the French and Indian War, also known as the Seven Years' War, that took place from 1756-1763. France and Great Britain were competing for territorial claims in North America. The British saved the Native American colonies from French takeover, and the government was in a huge debt afterwards, so they decided to tax colonists on goods and items. This made the colonists furious and began demanding for independence from Great Britain. The Boston Massacre was an incident between the British soldiers and the colonists in Boston, Massachusetts that took place on March 5, 1770.

Eric Hoffer once wrote, “We used to think that revolutions are the cause of change. Actually, it is the other way around: change prepares the ground for revolution.” The American revolution, according to David Dzurec took place, “Between 1770 and 1776, as the American relationship with Britain disintegrated” (432). Relationships were destroyed when the British started imposing unfair taxes to their colonies without an agreement of any sort. With the colonists being unable to pay their taxes, a rebellion was declared.

If you were to halt a random person on the streets of a large city and ask them to explain exactly how America came to be, chances are they wouldn’t be able to answer solidly. Well, unless they happen to be a history teacher. Although, most American citizens don’t even know who the ruler of England was when the 13 colonies came. There’s a lot of misconceptions, too. Like how Columbus ‘discovered’ America and that George Washington was the first president.

When George III inherited the throne in 1760, he won many friends in America with his beliefs on virtue and religion. Shortly after his ascension, his ministers began implementing rules and regulations. What the ministers didn’t know is that the very preventative actions they put into place brought the complete opposite of what they wanted. These actions were put into place in the hope that Britain would win a war with Spain and establish authority in the colonies before they first surpassed them.