Evaluate the following statement based on your reading of chapter Four "Tyranny is Tyranny"-
"The American Revolution was not a war for independece but for consolidation (unification)."
The colonials after the French and Indian War were separated into very distinct social classes. There were problems among the colonists which were expressed through popular movements like the Regulator Movement. The hatred among the poor and the rich classes was eminent and it was not going to go away easily. An example of this is, “During elections for the 1776 convention to frame a constitution for Pennsylvania, a Privates Committee urged voters to oppose ‘great and overgrown rich men… they will be too apt to be framing distinctions in society.’” (Page 50). The colonies were divided by an ugly hatred for the other social class so the leaders of the Independence Movement wanted to direct this energy towards resisting British rule in the colonies; stated on page 51. This was a genius idea on the part of our founding fathers. It was very beneficial to the colonies since there had been rebellions of lower class citizens ever since Bacon’s Rebellion (page 47). If the colonies could unite, “they could take over land, profits, and political power from favorites of the British Empire.” (Page 47). The power in unification played a key role in the American Revolution and it was obvious that the colonial leaders at the time knew this. It appears to me that all the American colonials needed to do was wake up, smell the flowers, and realize that they had to unify in order to fight the British. Once consolidation was accomplished good things would come from it, like independence from Great Britain.
I like how you incorporated how divided the colonies really were. It shows that leaders of the Independence movement were forced to push harder for colonial unity than to win the war, which supports your position on the quote above.
I agree that consolidation was a major point in the American Revolution and in my opinion I believe you did a very good job at describing your point. The way you accomplished this was by distinctly comparing the different social classes during the Revolution. You included great evidence and had a clear thesis statement.
heidi , i like the way you took this chapter and turned it around and started asking "what if", it made me find a different perspective and also realize that they did get their independence but only because of the unification ..it really caught my attention. your blog was very interesting.
I couldn't agree with your response more. You give significant amounts of detail and explanations that support your details, but i mean this is obviously excepted from you, Alejandro. GREAT JOB!!!
When reading chapter 4 "Tyranny Is Tyranny" there is evidence of what seemed to be a struggle toward unity. This unity did not happen all at once, this unity happened after several groups rose up. Like in page 50, a group of framers formed a group, the "Regulators" which protested against wealthy corrupt officials. This may of not been the idea behind the nation's unity but, it shows that colonists had been relating to each other and, tried to find solutions for their problems. On the page 51, leaders of revolution saw that the lower classes had anger and, wanted to release it.They saw that this energy could possibly be used towards the English. This lead to the several groups forming, and the use of pamphlets to spread the word. Page 54 starts to talk about Paine's pamphlet "Common Sense" which was written in the argument of independence. This fired up many people selling hundreds of thousands copies. The feeling of Independence filled the colonist almost as whole.The Sons of Liberty and other groups formed for the common hatred of the British taxes. Until the battle at Concord, a small committee was formed. This committee drafted the Declaration of Independence. This declaration was formed in mind of every one, to me this is unity. The colonist acts of protest, rebellion help fuel the want of independence and, more importantly unity of the country as whole.
I agree with what you said" Like in page 50, a group of framers formed a group, the "Regulators" which protested against wealthy corrupt officials" they used the people they had to the best of each others abilities. From that they found some of the people that would lead america in the Revolution.
hey Jose you do have a good point and I happen to agree with you also on this point, "" Like in page 50, a group of framers formed a group, the "Regulators" which protested against wealthy corrupt officials"" I agree with you due to the fact that some farmers/colonists did indeed try to find a solution.
I agree that unity was a struggle for the colonists at first and that it did not happen all overnight. Your response is also very well written with explicit detail and evidence however my only criticism would be that it lacks a straight forward thesis. You talk about it being a struggle but as a reader we would like to know if you agree or disagree with the prompt. Was it more for independence or unity?
Hey Jose, i agree with what you had to say along with Polette. The quote that was located on Page 50 that was an important factor because from that that may have been where they got leaders for the american revolution.
I do agree with your statement that the upper classes attempted to thwart the lower class's discontent towards the English. In order for a country to be united there could not be class conflict, so by turning the lower class's resentment to the English, America can strongly go against the common enemy.
When the nation of the United States was created, they found that they could "take over land, profits, and political power from favorites of the British Empire."(page 47) That way, the American Revolution is seen as a work of genius. (page 47) Several uprising were aimed at overthrowing colonial governments, and later the possibility of turning much of the rebellious energy onto England was seen. The French and Indian War left "glory to the generals, death to the privates, wealth for the merchants, unemployment for the poor." (page 48) There were many problems between these social classes, the lower class being angry at the higher class. There were many riots aimed at the rich. In Virginia, it was clear that something needed to be done to persuade the lower classes to join the cause for revolution. The internal fight in the country was to unify and end conflicts between the different social classes. The country's fight with England would not be won without the unity of the country.
hey Kenya I agree to what you have listed above, The French and Indian War left "glory to the generals, death to the privates, wealth for the merchants, unemployment for the poor." (page 48) this quote basically meant that the generals were known more than before, a lot of soldiers have died, wealth for merchants, unemployment for the poor.this lead to the poor to hate more on the wealthy known people.
hey Kenya i agree with you. They were problems within the social classes. The poor despised the wealthy. The poor would ransack houses of the rich. They did try to get the lower classes to side with them(pg53). Deflect their anger against England.
In chapter 4, "Tyranny is Tyranny", we could see that the American Revolution wasn't for independence it was for unification. After the French and Indian war the colonists had two rivals the English and the Indians (Page 48). After Great Britain started taxing the colonies for everything the colonies began to make groups such as the Loyal Nine and the Committee of Correspondence. The Founding Fathers knew that the different social classes hated each other and they used that hate but toward the British troops (Page 50). Even though the colonies did gain independence what they were looking for was unification. All the colonists made protest, boycotts and fighted in the battles to gain independence and most importantly to unite all the colonies.
Nancy I agree with what you said about the English having to rivals (Page 48), because the tension between the colonists and the English was clear since Bacon's Rebellion in Virginia, 1760, because it showed how the colonists did not agree with The House of Burgesses.Then later on, after many conflicts and especially with the taxation of tea, the colonists were simply tired of the British overpowering them so they finally decided to rebel.
Nancy I agree with you when you said how the colonists were getting upset at Great Britain for taxing them. Due to the fact that the taxes were increasing they wanted to do something about it and coming together would be great to solve taxation and that is how they started to make groups like the Loyal Nine.
The colonists were just at their limit and just said enough and with the help of the rebels and all the propaganda being spread around, they were able to form an army of rebels,farmers,and patriots that lead us to our independence. "They created the most effective system of national control devised in modern times and showed future generations of leaders the advantages of combining paternalism with command."(pg47) The colonists had no unity and ended up doing what was right for them instead for the army and some left since they believed the conditions did not suit them. When the colonists got some generals from France to help them train which was a turning point in the revolution. The colonists also needed the help from the colonists to unite and help pay for the supplies for the armies which led to our independence from Great Britain which changed the colonies for generations to come.
After reading “Tyranny Is Tyranny” one can say that The American Revolution was initiated because American colonists were dissatisfied with British enforcements and regulations yet, not for independence. The primary reason why colonists disagreed and created rebellions was because they believed it was unfair to be taxed, governed, represented and ruled by Britain. This led to the desire of those few individuals who did want their freedom, and were brave enough to promote ideas in order to gain their independence. As page 53, paragraph 3, states, “Their aim, however, was to broaden their organization, to develop a mass base of wage earners.” This quote suggests that the 13 colonies, as a whole, simply wanted to have an organized society without British interference and have the opportunity to take control of their money. Since numerous of colonists agreed on having an organized society and ability to possess money, they united, by making Committees, Organizations, a Confederation, and called their desires “independence.” With this inference, one can say that The American Revolution was not primarily initiated by colonists’ desire for independence, but rather to break away from British enforcements and regulations.
You neglected to state exactly how the Americans' desire for independence came to be. The publication of "Common Sense" had much to do with it. Furthermore, I do not see exactly where or how you EVALUATED the statement as it asked you to do so but simply summarized the reading. The thesis is essential to your writing and what you must do is use the text to help you present and uphold it. Not to mention, you evaded the real topic for the most part. You emphasized the causes of the Revolution on the part of the colonists and not how they lacked unity. Good use of vocabulary but there are some grammatical errors. Not to worry, practicing will make you better at this.
Based on my knowledge of the American Revolution, I will have to disagree with you. The colonists were dissatisfied with the British, however this did not cause them to seek independence; they wanted the acts to be repealed. There is a difference between the events that sparked the revolution and those that sparked the need for independence. Paine's "Common Sense" influenced many, as did King George declaring the colonies' "rebellion." Above all, I do agree with Nestor when he says that you did not respond to the statement but merely provided a summary.
After reading chapter 4 of "Tyranny is Tyranny" I can perfectly see why the war for unification instead of independence. After the war with France, the colonials were highly divided into different social classes. "The war with France had brought glory to the generals, death to the privates, wealth for the merchants, unemployment for the poor (page 48)." Hatred grew between the social classes. This was already a sign of poor unity. However their COMMON hatred grew against Britain as Britain began to impose harsher taxes on them. Many rebellions occurred due to this unfairness but the colonies were finally showing a sense of unity when the Sons of Liberty, the Committees, and a Continental Congress were created (page 55). With the colonies separated they didn't stand a chance against Britain but standing together was their only hope. Unity was the ultimate key into winning the war and it finally showed when the colonials won the American Revolution. "They found that by creating a nation, a symbol, a legal unity called the United States" (page 47).
Mariana, I agree with you. The quote from page 48 was a great reference to your saying when the colonials were divided into different social classes. I also liked how you ended your response with a quote about creating a nation called the United States because you were saying before how the colonies being seperated that they did not have a chance against Britain but that unity was the only way to win the war which they overcame victoriously in the American Reolution.
The quoted stated above brings a lot of what I read in Chapter four "Tyranny Is Tyranny" to mind. Yes, they may say that The Revolutionary War was for Independence, but They couldn't have gotten so far without all of them Unifying to fight against the British. Every colonist suffered equally from the taxes and effects of rebellions. Together as one their hate and need to be free from the strings tying them to England grew. They all worked together to devise plans and to find a way to keep control of the colonies after the war and by fighting the English as one was the only way to defeat them. They found that in every colony was a great tool in the war the English such as Samuel Adams, Tom Paine and Patrick Henry(Pg.53). Together they found people to be apart of political groups such as the Loyal Nine(Pg.51) and The Committee of Correspondence(Pg.53). These two groups planned two of the most pivotal moments in america's struggle for independence. Yes, this war brought Independence from the British, but Unifying the colonies was fundamental to the growth of The United States.
Independence from the British was just one result from the revolution. A greater result was unity between the colonies. In page 47, the author states that in 1776 English colonies discovered that by creating a nation with unity, they could take land and increase economic stability. For this reason the Founding Fathers should receive great tribute because it would prove useful for two hundred years now. We are called the United States of America for the reason that in this revolution, the colonies came together, to fight against a common enemy. They were not always wanting to fight for Independence, but were pushed into it. On page 55, the author states that measures for British control, such as the Stamp Act, taxes on tea, and the Boston Massacre, escalated colonial rebellion to the point of revolution. Colonists wanted to state they would not be walked over and they would unite in order to present this truth to the British. When the revolution was done, the colonies remained united and Independence seemed as just a bonus.
Diana agree with what you said about the revolution being more about unity than independence because one of the main problems the colonists had was that they were not united. Even during the revolution, some colonists would just leave the battle field because they did not see the light. You also had the loyalists who fought on Great Britain's side but against their own neighbors. The rejection of the Albany Plan which was presented by Benjamin Franklin to the Albany Congress in,1754, is a perfect example of how the colonies were not united before the revolution.
Actually, if you remember correctly, during the revolution many families were divided since they had different opinions on the revolution. Pedro provides an excellent example displaying colonial disunity, thus proving your statement to be false. Also, when you are implying that the colonists were provoked into revolting, which in a way they were. However the only push was the different acts that the government imposed on them. These acts were necessary for the government at the time and also, people back in England had to pay even more taxes than they colonists did. The way I see it, the colonists were the one's provoking the British to take action and control them.
After reading chapter four of "Tyranny is Tyranny" you learn that, when the English won the Seven Years' War the colonial leaders was no longer scared by the French, but the English and the Indians were there rivals. You also learn that the American Revolution was not meant for independence but for unification. The colonists were separated in to two very different social classes, one being the rich and the other being the poor.(PG48)The Revolutionary War started when the colonist got tired of being taxed without being consulted. In their eyes they were being ruled and governed unfairly by the British. The thirteen colonies all wanted a single unified government without the British government getting involved in their decisions. The Continental Congress decided that they wanted to separate and become independent. "They organized a small committee to draw up the Declaration of Independence." (PG55) The Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 2,1776 but it was actually proclaimed two days after.
After my reading of chapter four of "Tyranny Is Tyranny" it was to my understanding that the war was for alliance and not for independance. Others may say that the Revolutionary War was actually for independance, most may not realize that not a lot of commission would not have been done without unifying to fight against the British. Colonists were put into different social classes after the war with France. "The war with France had brought glory to the generals, death to the privates, wealth for the merchants, unemployment to the poor," (page 48) The different social classes grew hatred against one another which made the alliance difficult and poor. Britain imposed bitter taxes upon the social classes giving them a hatred they could all agree to disagree to. Rebellions took action of the breach taxes brought upon them. When the Committees, Continental Congress, and Sons of Liberty were created the colonies were appearing the unity that was there. (Page 55) The colonials won the American Revolution which, in my opinion, their unity that they overcame. Winning the war may have not been possible if the colonies were seperated and did not have the alliance they ended with in the end of the war. "When we look at the American Revolution this way, it was a work of genius, and the Founding Fathers deserve the awed tribute they have received over the centuries." (Page 47)
Vanessa, I understand and agree with what you had to say about the colonies creating an alliance to defeat their common enemy, the British. Without the unification of the colonies their hatred against one another could have possibly led to a war within the colonies. However, the Americans did unite and win the Revolutionary war and they couldn't have done it without their great leaders that should be recognized.
Tyranny is Tyranny indeed. In the period leading up to, and throughout the first months of the Revolutionary War, this was the source of many internal conflicts that plagued America. Amid their attempt to achieve their independence from the British Empire, they certainly did not lack any preoccupations. I would say, however, that the colonists at that time are undeserving of any pity whatsoever. They overwhelmed themselves with confrontations with nothing really triggering their abrupt and brutish actions. In regards to their internal relations in which the lower classes were resentful of the more wealthy (page 57), well, all in its own time. The American Revolution was truly the time to try men's souls and the time to part (page 54), even more so for Americans. Whether or not they could function cohesively would decide the fate of their nation. It could have very easily all fallen apart before it even began and it definitely looked that way early on in the war. In the end, colonials managed to put it all aside and persevered.
Nestor I agree with you, during the Revolutionary war colonists were not united and fought against each other, hence the patriots and loyalists. But once the colonists decided to all fight against a common enemy, America emerged victorious.
In chapter 4 "tyranny is tyranny" the american revolution was not a war of independence but unity against one common enemy. With taxes constantly being thrown in the colonists faces, they needed to vent. "mass meetings rose in opposition"-pg53. Groups such as the loyal nine, sons of liberty, the committees of correspondence voiced their opinions. Problems arose amongst social classes. The regulator movement was led by white farmers against the rich(pg 50). In Virginia, it was clear that something needed to be done to persuade the lower class to join the revolutionary side. The sons of liberty tried to broaden their organization(pg53). Before independence could be won, the colonists needed to unite.
I agree with you because the colonies were angry that Great Britain were taxing them and the colonies made meetings to oppose Great Britain and see what they can do to change it. They were having a lot of problems between social classes and first they needed to unite before making other plans. So it is clear that the colonies, like the Founfing Fathers, were trying to unite the colonies before having their independence from Great Britain.
My understanding in Chapter 4 of "Tyranny is Tyranny" was similar to my peers. What i understood was that this war wasn't for independence, but it was for unification. Colonists made protest, boycotts, and fought in the battles to gain independence and most importantly to unite ALL the colonies. In this revolution all the colonies got together to face a common enemy which was Britain. Britain was a common enemy due to the fact that they had taxes the colonies. The colonies showed a sense of unity when the Sons of Liberty, the Committees, and a Continental Congress were created *page 55*.Continental Congress decided that they wanted to separate and become independent... "They organized a small committee to draw up the Declaration of Independence." *page 55*. I also learned that The Declaration of Independence was adopted (July 2, 1776), but it was not proclaimed until July 4, 1776 , which is the day we celebrate our American Independence. "They found that by creating a nation, a symbol, a legal unity called the United States" *page 47*.
You can also include the fact that in order to get support from the colonists they had to do their part by "the rebellions being caused by the colonists which led to popular support for a new privileged leadership which led to their independence from Great Britain."(pg.47)
Ivan, I like how you mentioned the colonies unity being demonstrated by the Sons of Liberty, the Committes, and a Continental Congress. However, you did forget to mention how the colonists were at first separated by the social classes. For example, the lower classes found it unfair that the wealthy could pay for someone to attend the military instead of going, meanwhile all of the lower classes were forced to go.
While reading Tyranny is Tyranny I realized that the revolution was not about independence but about unity. On page 49 we are told that before the war colonist would turn on one another. The poor colonists would turn againist the rich. The revolution leaders saw a chance to uses the colonists anger againist the British. Though the Declaration of Independence was ment to separate two countries it united one.
Cecilia, I understand and agree what you are trying to say but I suggest you add more details. You are sure that the American Revolution wasn't about independence but rather unity so you should be able to explain with further details. I encourage you that next time, you back up your opinion with plenty of facts.
Cecilia, I agree with Maria and I think that you had a good beginning to answering the prompt but you did not really explain so much of why you agree with it. Maybe you could have included more facts from Tyranny is Tyranny and that could have given you a little more to talk about with replying to this prompt.
I also believe in their opinions. The further explanation of the cause for the American Revolution would of been great. Your answer is a general answer. If it were to be answered in greater detail to what was learned in Tyranny i Tyranny, youre interpretation of this quote could have been a bit more comprehensive when it came to reasons for revolution against the British.
Cecilia I agree with you, I can clearly see your point and what you stand for. However, like my classmates said you need more details to back up your statements. Just make sure that next time you add more details.
It is clear in "Tyranny is Tyranny" that the American Revolution was about unity more than independence. You are on point on everything you said, but your ideas aren't really expressed so much in detail. Everything is correct, just add more explanation to your ideas next time.
The way we are thought about the Revolutionary War it makes it as if this war was started for independence, but after reading "Tyranny is Tyranny" it gave me a different perspective of what it was the colonies needed which was unity or "creating a nation"(page 47) The fact that the different social classes held hatred against each other just demonstrates that they could never accomplish anything with such attitude. As i continued reading I realized that the colonist united only when they were unsatisfied with something, for example the Loyal Nine group that got together to opposed the Stamp Act (page 51) they got together to protest it for they did not want to pay taxes on documents or playing cards. Now what I ask my self is what if the British had only established that tax on a certain town or group of colonist? Would there still be that "unity" of this is so unfair for us? It is a positive thing that they are becoming united to stand up for what is unfair,when the British Parliament wanted to once again attempted to tax the colonies "colonial leaders organized boycotts"(page 52) After all these conflicts and struggles that colonies faced together they were able to draw up the Declaration of Independence (page 54) I think that people should realize that yes they received their independence, but they were able to reach this goal by uniting together which was what the colonies were lacking in the beginning, alone they would not been able to accomplish such a significant change in American History.
Based on the readings on chapter 4, I came to realize that Tyranny is Tyranny. The American Revolution was the main reason why The United States became THE United States, and basically it was all thanks to unification of the colonies. Things didn't just happen from one day to the other it took a pretty long time for things to fall in place as far as unification goes. Things were very out of control when it came to people's rights, many were furious because they had no voice. Colonists began to protest and start boycotts to have their voice heard, basically they were tired of all the absurd things that the British forced on them such as The Stamp Act, The Tea Act, and Boston Massacre. "They created the most effective system of national control devised in modern times and showed future generations of leaders the advantages of combining paternalism with command." Page 47 Slowly but surely, colonists began to have a voice and began to agree that they were sick of taxes and ALL things British. So finally all thirteen colonies wanted a single unified government and obviously they wanted absolutely NOTHING with the British so "The Continental congress decided that they wanted to separate and become independent."page 55 and that's when The Declaration of Independence was created and later on approved on July 4, 1776.
I agree with what you said about how things didn't happen from one day to another. The colonists endure many unjust acts by the British such as the Intolerable Acts, and the Boston Massacre. Even after that they weren't striving for unity, but eventually they were pushed into it.
If there was like bottom i would have clicked it for both of your comments. A very strong point is made by saying that unification did not happen right way. The colonies had been though a lot because of the unfair act proposed on to them by the British with out there consent. Unification of the colonies was the result of a fight for a voice that ended in a fight for independence.
Lesley, i agree with you since the colonies had to unite in order to accomplish their goal of attaining freedom.The colonies went through really difficult and unfair situations in order to accomplish their goals but at the end they were able to create a new government and new nation,The United States.
After reading chapter four of “Tyranny Is Tyranny” it was clear that the American Revolution was not initially a war for independence but for an effort of unification. The breakthrough for the colonist was a result of unification that at one point was considered surreal due to all the major changes that came with the win of the Seven Years War. The war with France had brought glory to the generals, death to the privates, wealth for the merchants and unemployment for the poor (Pg. 48). There were consequences for the colonist after the Seven Years War that included separation of classes, introduction to taxation and there was a tighter British government control over them. The colonists were all in agreement that taxation was an intolerable addition from the already harsh British control. Britain in reality was taking advantage of the colonies and it seemed as if their superlative ranking of power could not be matched. However, the colonist responded with the Stamp Act Congress, the Sons of Liberty, the Committees of Correspondence, the Boston Tea Party, and in 1774, the setting up of a Continental Congress (Pg.55). The colonist won the American Revolution due to the fact that the colonies overcame their slight differences to defeat their common enemy, Britain, and as a result not only did they gain their independence but they gain their unification to work as one. The American's unification was what led to the unity of a nation that came to be called the United States.
Good explanation. Good explanation. I saw that you and I wrote about the same stuff. Great minds think alike. I wouldn't add anything else. PERFECTION! GOOD JOB!
I really enjoyed reading your reply. It nails every single topic we should focus on like what tore the colonist a part and what brought them together. You explained every detail very well.
I hold the fact that the Revolution was a war for unification to be self-evident from Tryanny is Tranny. After the Seven Years War, the British imposed taxes on the colonies to raise revenue. However taxes led to rebellions and resentment among the colonists, especially the less privileged who felt taxes were particularly harsh on the poor.(page 50) Thus many riots arose from the lower classes of colonial society, exposing the issue of wide class divisions in America. Although there were major domestic problems in the colonies, radical individuals had the ability to bring Americans together for the common cause. For expample Thomas Paine's Common Sense struck a colonial nerve. Denouncing British authority and calling for colonial government, the pamphlet greatly influenced public opinion and appointed Britian as political foe.(page 54)The Contiental Congress was also quite revolutionary at its time. The Congress included representatives from all thirteen colonies to create policies that lessened English rule. The Contiental Congress was a step in itself towards consolidation.(page 55)Such events proves the theory that the American Revolution was not only a war for independence but a war for unity.
Isabel, i agree with you. With the publication of Thomas Paine's common sense, it opened eyes(pg54). I would like to add that the pamphlet told the bad effects of the colonists connection with England. The wars England involved them with costed them in lives and money. The taxes they had to pay for the wars further distinguished the social classes. Paying for taxes would be the death of some colonists.
Well, i do agree with you Isabel that radicals helped give the colonials a common trait or, goal. like you said Thomas Paine's book did help light the revolution light bulb in many colonists. Through this pamphlet,the movement of the idea of revolt enlarged. This helped unify the colonist and, their thoughts.
I completely agree with you Isabel in the fact that Thomas Paine's Common Sense helped to unify colonists. Also, the taxes that the British imposed on all the colonists was a big issue especially for the poor because they had more of a struggle to survive.
After the French and Indian War, tensions between the rich and the poor grew. This was so because the rich were living well while the poor were suffering and making a struggle to live. To make matters worse, England began the taxation on many important and every-day-consumed products. This enraged the colonists, the colonists, to be specific, even more towards England. It became a struggle for consolidation, or unity, against the tyranny ways of the Mother Country. To deal with this, many groups or committees were formed such as Sons of Liberty, the Loyal Nines, an some others. These groups wanted to create unity because "...it seemed clear to the educted gentry that something needed to be done to persuade the lower orders to join the revolutionary cause, to deflect their anger against England."(pg. 53)Soon, the Declaration of Independence would be introduced and the convincement of the colonists to fight against the mother country would be there. Freedom was wanted and so was unity within the colonies. A drafting for war would soon be organized in Boston. This drafting was avoided by some rich individuals by paying fees leaving the poor forced to fight due to the lack of money to pay that fee. "This led to rioting and shouting: '"Tyranny is Tyranny let it come from who it may be."'(pg. 57) It explained how America came together in unity because of the Revolutionary War.
I agreed with how you included the causes that formed the group and how they had to convince people to revolt against the British but you could of also included "how difficult it was for the rebels to work together and with the help of foreign leaders they were able to teach soldiers and future leaders the advantages of combining paternalism with command"(pg.47)
Jerry you make a great point on how only the poor colonist felt the need for unity and independence. It was very unfair for the less wealthy to manage to pay for all the outrageous taxes Britain was making mandatory. If we look at this in a positive way, if Britain would not imply these unfair taxes, they probably would not have received their independence right away, it would of taken longer to achieve this great goal.
Indeed I agree with the quote above because the colonists were trying to become more independent and a self-reliable nation. The colonies united little by little when noticing that the British King or leader could not control them by being so far away from the colonies. They didn’t have any wars or battles besides the Boston Massacre and a few riots due to the fact of the taxes put on the colonial. One of the major reasons that the colonies went against the British was due to the fact of Tom Paine’s “Common Sense” pamphlet. On page 53 it talks about what his plans were and how he intended to rebel away from British rule. The continental congress then later decided to separate and become independent. As well as making their own declaration and making important people sign it (pg 55). For example Tom Paine, Thomas Jefferson, and many people from each colony had the chance to sign it ass well.
Kimberly I agree with what you said about Tom Paine, I believe that if he would of never written that pamphlet the colonials would of never realized they could have been free from the British this whole time. Tom Paine was intelligent due to the fact that he actually saw what many people didn’t see. He thought that the colonists would be stronger if they united as one instead of being separated.
Kimberly i must say you made a really good choice by pointing out how well the colonies were doing without much of the British's help. I completely agree with you because it was not until the interfernce of the British in the colonies that problems began to arise. For example when they began taxing the colonist without there consent, furthermore I like the fact that you point out Thomas Paine because i too believe it was he who opened the colonists' eyes to reality.
I also agree with your comment on Thomas Paine,Kimbo. Without the publication of his pamphlet "Common Sense" maybe the colonists wouldnt of had opened their eyes and noticed what they were up against. He definately was the eye-opener of the colonies. Also the way you understood how the colonies came together, was my interpretation as well.
Kimberly i also agree with the statement you made about Thomas Paine.Thanks to him many colonists opened their eyes and no longer wanted to get stepped on by the British.Thomas Paine was a great influence for many colonies.
After reading Tyranny is Tyranny I came to realize why it is that many people justify the American Revolution as a battle for unification rather than independence. The reason being that in page 48 it is mentioned that " American leadership was less desirous of English rule, the English more in need of the colonists' wealth.", that in itself forshadowed the problems that would soon arise in the colonies. After Parliament began passing the various tax acts the colonists' need of unification was most demonstrated. Thus more Britain's abuse of power demonstrated through those acts, was what provoked boycotts, protests, and soon the battle for independence. The mob led by Ebenzer MacIntosh as shown in page 49 was one of many protests that was entitled to destroy social boundaries, in hopes of creating some kind of justification towards equality. In general, a revolution that was ment to bring only the ideas and beliefs of a nation together ended up bringing with it independence.
Arlene I agree with you as well, the British did take advantage of the colonists in many different ways. Since the colonials didn’t work as a team to defend each other from the British they were beat at first but when they united and worked together they noticed that they can out beat the British with a lot more force.
Arlene i also agree with you that the American Revolution was a battle of unification rather than independence.What the colonies wanted was for the British to stop setting new enforcement on them. To oppose to these laws many colonies became more united than ever before.
After reading "Tyranny is Tyranny" its has come to my attention that the American Revolution was not a war for independence but for consolidation .Starting with Bacons Rebellion in Virginia, there had been 18 uprisings aiming to over throw colonial governments.In 1763 England was victorious in the French and Indian Wars also known as the 7 year war(pg#47).Although England won the war,they fell in debt.And how did British way of rebuilding the economy was, Well they referrer to the colonists.The colonists would then turn against the British. Due to its proclamation on 1763, which forbade the colonists to settle beyond the Appalachian,the Stamp act of 1763, Townshend act,as wells as their precious Tea tax,Stationing troops and the Boston Massacre.Now the colonists responded with the stamp act congress,the sons of liberty,committees of correspondence,Boston TEA party,continental congress,and forerunner of a future independent government(pg 55).All adding up to life,liberty,and the pursuit of happiness.To say the Declaration of Independence.
Yvonne, I didn't quite understand your point. I can't tell if you agree or disagree with the promt. A suggestion to you is that you keep in mind of what the question is and try to restate it at least at the end of your paragraph so we know what your point is. You did a good job in summarizing the events before the American Revolution, but that wasn't exactly what you had to do. Also, sorry for being so picky, but you should reread your paragraph and fix your miniature erros such as grammar and punctuation.
Hey Yvonne, I have to agree with Maria on this i was also lost while reading your response/blog. Besides that I must say you did a terrific job saying what happened before the revolution. Well anyways Maria basically said what i was going to mention to you but just make sure to follow that advice and you'll write a excellent blog!
I Agree Maria the point wasn't clear.You did a good job summarizing all the events that led up to the American Revolution like maria had said earlier but you dint quite answer the prompt that was given that's basically all the you are missing on your reply.
The American Revolution most certainly did not start off as a fight for independence. The motives of the American Revolution changed thought out its course. Revolution also brought the colonies together in an unexpected manner . The American revolutions started as a way to get British attention because the colonies were unhappy with all the tax acts but there was also a great deal of unhappiness with in the colonies. That this point and time within the colonies there were many low class people that resented the high classes (pg 50-51). The higher social classes feared this raising tension and knew if a revolt would break the colonies society would collapse. To prevent this from happening the middle and high social class did their best to convince the lower classes to turn their anger and resentment toward the British (pg 53). This common resentment united the colonies as they worked together sharing ideas determining which method would best gain British attention. The Sons Of Liberty and the Committees of Correspondence are examples of the colonies first sings of unification (pg 55) As committees formed and people deliberated on the subject the idea of independence was created. The first major appearance of the concept of independence was found in “Common Sense” by Tomas Pain (pg51). This was when the American Revolution became a fight for independence .
I undoubtedly agree with you that the American Revolution was not a fight for independence but it later did become one. In addition, I acknowledge that you chose two well-known examples to refer as the first signs of unification of the colonies.Perhaps I would have chosen the Second Continental Congress instead but everyone has their preferences or they may be much more important. I also recognize that referring to the pamphlet by Thomas Paine as the first major concepts of independence was a nice touch to the near ending of your writing.
After reading chapter 4 “Tyranny is Tyranny” we can see that The American Revolution focused more in unification than independence. One of their main reasons why the colonist would disagree and rebelled was because Britain started to tax the colonies (P.49). Later, after the Seven Year’s War colonials were separated into different social classes. (P.48) “They had only two rivals left: the English and the Indians.” They also thought that creating a nation (unity) they could take over lands, profits, and political power from the British (P.47) Colonist were furious that they didn’t have the rights and were being taxed to pay for the British Empire and that lead to making groups like Loyal Nine which was a group where “merchants, distillers, ship owners and master craftsmen who opposed the Stamp Act (P.51).
Maritza I like the fact that you mention social class as one of the main factors behind colonial rebellians. I completely agree for the fact that the creation of such diverse social classes made equality that much more difficult. Also the creation of those classes was what made colonists realize that unity was needed for a better life in America.
Maritza i really like how you stated all the main reasons behind the American Revolution and came clear on to the point on how the American revolution was not about independence but about unifying the colonies to become stronger.
Consolidation Was the main reason for the American revolution.After reading chapter four or "Tyranny is Tyranny" it was clear that colonist "found that by creating a nation (the United States), they could take over land, profits, and political power from favorites of the British Empire"(pg.47). When the English wont the Seven Years colonies felt that "with the French defeated, the British government could turn its attention to tightening control over the colonies".Soon colonials were divided into social groups such as the wealthy, middle class, and the poor. Conflicts began to grow between social classes. Poor Began to rebel against unfair taxation some called it "a War of Plunder, of general leveling and taking away the Distinction of rich and poor"(pg.49). Colonist then began to experience the same hatred against the British harsh taxation's. Unity began to rise "by finally, in 1774,setting up a Continental Congress". They now understood that by standing together they had a better chance to defeat the British and won the American Revolution and their independence.
After reading "Tyranny is Tyranny" i understood that the Revolutionary War was initiated due to the fact that many colonist were not satisfied with the new enforcement British was setting on the colonies and not because they were seeking independence.This new enforcement was making many colonies angry which later they became untied and tried to oppose to the new regulations. As stated on (page 50) , a group of farmers formed a group, the "Regulators" which protested against wealthy corrupt officials". The regulators gathered and organized to prevent the collection of taxes and the confiscation of the property of delinquents. When British later turned to its next attempt to tax the colonies many colonist were being hurt because the soldiers were taking jobs from working people when jobs were scarce."A crowd gathered in front of the customhouse and began provoking the soldiers,who fired and killed first Crispus Attucks.. (PG 52). The colonists were no longer going to be stepped on and they were going to unite if they had to in order to overcome British.After the revolution was over not only were the colonies united but they had also gained independence.
Rosangelica, I liked the way you stated that once the colonials united they were able to win the war agianst the British, and then came independence. We have to realize that it was unification that needed to happen among the colonies in order to get anywhere in thier pathway to success. The colonies would not have gone anywhere if they had never unified for a specific cause. Also, I pieced together the assumption that the revolutionary leaders must have known what unification would bring so they made their best efforts to bring the colonies together as one.
while reading the fourth chapter of "Tyranny is Tyranny" i had learned that the american revolution wasnt set out for independence , it was a conflict for unification. the war with france had a high death toll and brought death to the wealth of merchants , unemployed, and the poor dropping the population dramatically from twenty-five thousand people living in new york to seven thousand left by the end of the war(P.48). i had also learned that with the french defeated, the british went ahead and tightened their control over the colonies(P.48) . i also learned that they would segregate the colonist by wealth or race and had also pressed a taxing system which was harder on those that weren't wealthy to begin with(P.50) . the declaration of independence was a big result of the american revolution, it caused unity to grow within the colonies and spread unification . the declaration of independence made life way easier for many on july 4,1776 , the day it got approved.
I see your point Abby, and like the way you focused on the affects after the French and Indian War. Though I would of not used this example, it is interesting. I agree with the idea that the war's aftermath did affect the colonies, but I don't see that as the main factor in wanting unification. It is a large reason for division, which eventually lead to unification. This is the reason i found your point of view interesting.
Abby, I acknowledge what you had to say and its true that after the French and Indian war the colonist were left desperate for jobs, money, and resources.However, I couldn't quite figure out what your point of view was on the American Revolution war, whether you thought it was for unification or independence.
Abby you make a good point on stating that after the French and Indian War the effects on the colonies and colonist were not very good. They needed jobs and the death rate had increased.So with the colonist desperate for work and money had enough of the British Parliament taxing unfairly. This revolution did cause unity which is what the colonies needed as soon as possible. they finally realized that alone they would not succeed and make the matter worse.
"Tyranny is Tyranny", in my opinion, basically was about the American Revolution and maintaining the people's economic equality. I could understand why the war was more about unification, since the people were separated based on their social classes. While the rich were living without a problem, the poor were barely surviving. "The war with France had brought glory to the generals, death to the privates, wealth for the merchants, unemployment for the poor." (pg.48) This is a perfect example as to why the revolution was aimed so much for its unification. To top it off, England began taxation on every day products. This chapter also argues that the Founding Fathers used war as a distraction from the people's own economic problems.
I agree with you mentioning how everyone was separated by their social classes. That was probably one of the main ideas since it mentioned that for the poor, it seemed as if they were being controlled by the higher social class. Therefore, it suggested that even if they were not under the British control, they would still be ruled by the wealthy. Hence the statement "Tyranny is Tyranny" is made, explaining that no matter if they called it a government or king, they were still ruled. One thing I couldn't quite understand is when you said they were trying to maintain the people's economic equality. My understanding is that they were not economically equal at all. Besides that, I agree on everything you said.
The war with France caused chaos making two powerful social classes, the rich and the poor. I totally agree with you stating that there was different social classes and people were separated based on their social classes.While the devastated hungry poor people struggled with life, the rich enjoy every moment of their time. You also stated that the founding fathers used the war as a distraction, they used it to prevent any rebellions to go against them so they took advantage of the poor people anger and got them to believe it was all the British fault.
Riots meant to overthrow a government have been attempted throughout history; however, they lacked organization. After the Seven Years' War, the British turned to the colonies to help pay for the revenues. (Zinn 48) With the social classes more distinct than ever, tension grew among the lower and higher classes. However, all this energy was wasted as they used it against each other. It was not until the colonists decided "unify" that success would become possible. To do so, people of all classes needed to be persuaded to join the revolutionary cause. (Zinn 53) Paine's "Common Sense" contributed greatly to this cause. The Declaration of Independence was created, and thus a government in which "All men are created equal." Hence, by stating their equality, it was a declaration of unity. Four days after the reading of the Declaration, townsmen were ordered to show up for a military draft to fight, together, for their freedom. (Zinn 57)
As I was reading chapter four of Zinn's book, I did not think of the Declaration of Independence the way you responded to the prompt. Now that you brought it to my attention, my perspective on this influential document has been expanded. The Founding Fathers of our country made the statement of equality part of a premeditated attempt to unify the colonials. The members of the Second Continental Congress knew that the colonists needed to be unified in a war effort against Britain so there had to be some very thoughtful processes to get the colonists to subliminally agree to unification. I find the idea of our Founding Fathers trying to unify the colonists this way interesting and almost comical in a way.
I agree with you and more on the part that said that when the colonies unify they became successful. After the colonies unify they were stronger, eventhough they were fighting for unification they got something even better, independence. The Second Continental, Declaration of Independence, the Founding Fathers and "Common Sense" by Thomas Paine were part of persuading everyone to unify and to get independence.
After reading a "Tyranny Is Tyranny" there were a lot of eye opening facts about the causes and reasons of the American Revolution.This battle was no battle for independence.Many acts such as the Stamp Act, Tea Act,Sugar Act etc; all led up to the American Revolution. These acts not only taxed the colonist to help pay war debt and help the economy, but it also let to many rebellions as well as for conflicts."With the French defeated, the British government could turn its attention to tightening control over the colonies(pg 48)" i thought this was very interesting because its exactly what they did instead and the colonists never saw it coming. On the countryside where most people lived was a similar conflicted between the poor and the rich (pg 50). The regulators were similar to the colonist when the Tea Act came along and they attempted the Boston Tea Party. The regulators organized to prevent the collection of taxes and confiscation of the property of tax delinquents (pg 50).This bitter conflict had also led to the Revolutionary War and half of the regulators had participated as patriots. The colonists needed to one nation on their own with out any one telling them what they could and could not do. Later on, their independence was brought and they finally united as one which gives the name The United States.
After reading Chapter four "Tyranny Is Tyranny" I now have a different perspective on why the American Revolution was not for Independence but was instead for unity. After Great Britain started taxing all the colonies for everything the colonies began to make groups such as a group called "The Regulators" where farmers were designed to go against wealthy and corrupt officials. Things were out of control. All this could be found in the last paragraph on Page 50. Colonists would make protests, boycotts and would also fight in the battles to gain independence ,but the most important thing was to unite all the colonies. It was a matter of fact that this was done because now they could all "take over land, profits, and political power from favorites of the British Empire" like it was stated in the first paragraph on Page 47. Once all this was reached nothing but positive things would occur.
Jose I agree with you on how the American Revolution was not only for Independence but for unity. In addition, the social classes split into two one being the rich and the other of course the poor. The poor got involved while the rich did not have to if they were wealthy enough. In conclusion I see that you understood the chapter.
It is said that the Revolutionary War was fought for independence, but after reading chapter 4 of "Tyranny is Tyranny" it can easily be understood that the colonists seeked unity more than independence. For example, "They found that by creating a nation, a symbol, a legal unity called the United States, they could take over land, profits, and political power from favorites of the British Empire." (Pg.47) After the French and Indian War, the British felt that, "With the French defeated, the British government could turn its attention to tightening control over the colonies." (Pg.48) Thus, they began taxing the colonists on items that they used daily in order to pay for military expenses from the war and also separated them into social classes such as, the lower class, middle class, and high class. The colonists became outraged and assembled political groups like the "The Regulators" and the "Loyal Nine." They also rebelled against Britain and created mobs, boycotts, and events such as the Boston Massacre and the Boston Tea Party. Colonists later set up the Continental Congress, "..an illegal body, forerunner or a future independent government." (Pg.55) In the end the Declaration of Independence was established declaring life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. All in all, the colonies united to overcome Britain and later got the independence.
From my reading of chapter 4 the statement was actually the major purpose of the American Revolution. The colonies may have said it was a war for independence but in the end it is what brought them together. All the American colonists received the same tax treatment (page 49) therefore they all reacted to it in the same way by rebelling against it. They all sought to find any possible measure they could take and found that by uniting they would stand a better chance and would be able to catch the attention of the English. They were united as one if the English harmed or punished one colony they would immediately come to the rescue (page 52-53). After all, they had a common enemy and same reasons to rebel. Together the colonies set up the Continental Congress (page 55)and there it had been decided that selected people were to prepare the Declaration of Independence but the only reason they decided on it was the Battle at Lexington (page 55). This war brought them together their independence was a benefit from their unison.
I agree with you but, the colonies were not only faced with the British as an enemy , they also had a strong division between upper and lower classes. The lower classes resented the upper classes and tension was growing, so the middle and upper classes chose to persuade the lower classes to turn there anger towards the British. Also I would have included Tomas Paine`s publication of “Common Sense “ because it greatly influence the demand for independence by the colonies.
Lorena I agree with you that the war was what brought the colonies together. Also that even though the colonies said that they where fighting for independence in the end they where brought together in a war.
Lorena, I very much agree with your statement, the war was faught for the essential liberty the colonist yearned for but ended up with something greater, which is unity. Though just for future reference, the british were not the only enemies the colonist had issuses with.
After reading “Tyranny Is Tyranny” it declares that the American Revolution was developed since the British actions enraged the colonists. The colonists wanted to pursue a democratic republic nation not a tyranny nation. When the nation of the United States was created, they found that they could "take over land, profits, and political power from favorites of the British Empire."(Page47)Various rebellions were directed to abolish the wealthy colonists, but by their strategies they were able to pass down that anger to England. They were furious for the taxes since they believed it was unfair to be taxed. After the colonies united they were able to attain independence.
Jaqueline I agree with what you said in your response. The colonists did want to rebel away from the British empire because it got them mad that they controlled them from so far away. The colonists wanted to become a more independent nation.
I agree with the fact that you said that the British got the colonials mad. The colonists got mad because of unwanted taxes. The British thought they should pay for the debt of the French and Indian war instead of the British raising money or something. The colonists thought this was unfair and looked for independence away from them.
"Tyranny is Tyranny" mainly refers to the fact that the high social class always seemed to have a greater power of the other classes. As stated in the end, the wealthy always had greater privilages such as avoiding their military service by paying for someone to go in their place. "The rich, it turned out, could avoid the draft by paying for substitutes; the poor had to serve." (Page 57). This led to many conflicts between the lower class and the high class, especially caused by the lower class that resented their power. For example, "In North Carolina, a 'Regulator Movement' of white farmers was organized against wealthy and corrupt officials in the periods from 1766 to 1771."(Page 50). Therefore, the colonists were all separated by their social classes. However, consolidation began to occur when the British Parliament began to pass taxes and laws which all colonists, no matter what class they were in, disliked. Having Britain now as a common "enemy" forcing unfair taxes and laws, the colonies began to believe that they worked better together since they were able to make Parliament repeal the Stamp Act by their nonimportation agreement. With this in mind, they later drafted the Declaration of Independence knowing that independence would be gained yet they did not expect for all colonies to unite and become one.
Amairani your explanation is very well written, it has details on how the Declaration of Independence was mainly for the colonies to unite. I agree on everything you said. Even though it explains very well about the social classes and the taxes I think there could have been more details on the other events such as the Boston Massacre. I believe that you understood the chapter very well.
I certainly enjoyed the manner in which you focused and stayed focused on your main point throughout your writing.The social classes were definitely had a big say on the American Revolution especially the high social class.But I disagree about the colonies knowing they would gain independence because there were so many factors that could have gone wrong but knowing as events went I suppose they strongly hoped they would gain independence.
I really enjoy the fact that you stayed on your topic and you when through the way the social classes had problems with one another. I think I agree with you for most part of your writing.
As I was reading chapter 4 of Howard Zinn's,A People's History of The United States, I came to the conclusion that although the main effect of the American Revolution was that the colonies gained their independence, it was not the colonists' priority at the time. All they wanted was to unite and fight against their rival country, Great Britain (page 47). One of the reasons for the colonies not being unified was the treatment that was granted to you based on your social class. The rich could pay their way out of serving in the military forcing the poor to take their place in combat against the "invincible" English (page 57). Although before the war, the poor and the rich were on the same page for both social classes were outraged by the passing of the Stamp Act,1765,The Townshend Acts,1776, and also the Declaratory Act,1766. So really,during the war the colonists were not truly united but after the war they were because there was no problem with the different social classes.Also now, the colonies would make more capital due to their gain of independence.
I understand what you were trying to say, though i was aware that the colonist fought that war not in hopes of being more united. The unity did not come along unity a while after the beginning of the war.You should really look in to that though.
To many people, the American Revolution was seen as the road and desire for independence, however; that is only half of what it appears to be. After the French and Indian war, there were clear, distinct groups of social classes, the very wealthy and the very poor. There was much hatred between the two that many revolts like the Regulator Movement erupted. [Page 50] As a result, the leaders of independence had to figure out a way to shift the anger from each other towards England. [Page 51] Thomas Paine’s Common Sense helped the colonists into understanding that one must unite first in order to accomplish their desires. [Page 54-55] On top of this conflict in America, England was adding crucial duties on things from paper to their precious tea and were restricting who they could trade with. This plus the clash at Lexington and Concord helped draw up the Declaration of Independence at the Second Continental Congress with many views of different representatives. [Page 55] Although the Revolution produced an independent nation, the harsh Townshend Acts, Intolerable Acts, restrictions of settlement or trade, and the stationing of more troops, especially during the Boston Massacre, helped unite the colonies to stand as a whole for by themselves it would not have been done as efficiently.
The publication of Common Sense formulated the idea of independence which many colonists adopted by becoming Patriots and those who opposed it were labeled as Loyalists. If anything, this separated them more than united them. Your response lacks a strong, clear and debatable thesis. Furthermore,the Boston Massacre occurred pre-American Revolution. Even until the end of the American Revolution disunity was very strong throughout the colonies. As a matter of fact, Loyalist v. Patriot wars were just as burdensome in the war for independence for the Patriots as was fighting with other parties. Overall, I think you understood the topic and have a good idea of it.
After reading chapter four of “Tyranny Is Tyranny” it was clear that the American Revolution was not fought in order to gain independence but to be more united. This war brought many things dignity to the generals, death to the privates, unemployment for the poor, and wealth for the merchants as it states on page 48.Unity was needed more than ever before the war began, since the colonist turned on each other. The colonist in straitened circumstances turned on the wealthy colonist.The all the leaders had the bright idea of taking advantage of the anger of all the colonist in order to use it against the british as it reads on page 49.To conclude, the colonist had no one but them selfs, because they had anger and rage, but no unity, they needed that in order to get somewhere far in the war. Although they didn’t win the war, the gained something greater than a win, but unity because in the end it was more important because later it brought justice.
After reading chapter 4 again, I can tell that the American Revolution wasn’t mainly about their independence but uniting against Britain because Howard Zinn states on page 59 that if they created a nation called the united states, they could take over land, profits, and political power from the British Empire.. It took many groups that rose up for the colonies to be united. On page 63 Howard Zinn states that one powerful and organized movement was the Regulator movement. It was a movement between white farmers and wealthy and corrupt officials. On page 67 Zinn says the Boston Massacre caused many riots through the 1760's until finall the continental congress was called. The colonists did gain their independence but it took their combined efforts to do it.
Chapter 4 was not only describing the importance of independence for the colonies, but also mentioned that the main reason was to unite against the enemy, Great Britain. Howard Zinn stated that if the colonists created a United States of America, they would be able to take over land, profits, and political favorites. Once we analyze the American Revolution, we can deduct that the founding fathers were truly geniuses, due to the fact that they were able to create a new government that is still in effect. The colonists also tried to unite with one another after Great Britain tried to enforce more laws on them. After the French were defeated, they knew that the only enemies left were the Indians and British. All the way up to the signing of the declaration of Independence, the colonials have been trying to unify against the king and establish a new way of life.
What I believed the America Revolution was not only for independence, but for a chance for the colonist to unite as one. In order for the colonist to progress for their independence, they established the the Declaration of Independence. By this the first agreement upon the colonist help acquired their goals as a united nation.
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ReplyDeleteThe colonials after the French and Indian War were separated into very distinct social classes. There were problems among the colonists which were expressed through popular movements like the Regulator Movement. The hatred among the poor and the rich classes was eminent and it was not going to go away easily. An example of this is, “During elections for the 1776 convention to frame a constitution for Pennsylvania, a Privates Committee urged voters to oppose ‘great and overgrown rich men… they will be too apt to be framing distinctions in society.’” (Page 50). The colonies were divided by an ugly hatred for the other social class so the leaders of the Independence Movement wanted to direct this energy towards resisting British rule in the colonies; stated on page 51. This was a genius idea on the part of our founding fathers. It was very beneficial to the colonies since there had been rebellions of lower class citizens ever since Bacon’s Rebellion (page 47). If the colonies could unite, “they could take over land, profits, and political power from favorites of the British Empire.” (Page 47). The power in unification played a key role in the American Revolution and it was obvious that the colonial leaders at the time knew this. It appears to me that all the American colonials needed to do was wake up, smell the flowers, and realize that they had to unify in order to fight the British. Once consolidation was accomplished good things would come from it, like independence from Great Britain.
ReplyDeleteI like how you incorporated how divided the colonies really were. It shows that leaders of the Independence movement were forced to push harder for colonial unity than to win the war, which supports your position on the quote above.
DeleteI agree that consolidation was a major point in the American Revolution and in my opinion I believe you did a very good job at describing your point. The way you accomplished this was by distinctly comparing the different social classes during the Revolution. You included great evidence and had a clear thesis statement.
Deleteheidi , i like the way you took this chapter and turned it around and started asking "what if", it made me find a different perspective and also realize that they did get their independence but only because of the unification ..it really caught my attention. your blog was very interesting.
DeleteI couldn't agree with your response more. You give significant amounts of detail and explanations that support your details, but i mean this is obviously excepted from you, Alejandro. GREAT JOB!!!
DeleteWhen reading chapter 4 "Tyranny Is Tyranny" there is evidence of what seemed to be a struggle toward unity. This unity did not happen all at once, this unity happened after several groups rose up. Like in page 50, a group of framers formed a group, the "Regulators" which protested against wealthy corrupt officials. This may of not been the idea behind the nation's unity but, it shows that colonists had been relating to each other and, tried to find solutions for their problems. On the page 51, leaders of revolution saw that the lower classes had anger and, wanted to release it.They saw that this energy could possibly be used towards the English. This lead to the several groups forming, and the use of pamphlets to spread the word. Page 54 starts to talk about Paine's pamphlet "Common Sense" which was written in the argument of independence. This fired up many people selling hundreds of thousands copies. The feeling of Independence filled the colonist almost as whole.The Sons of Liberty and other groups formed for the common hatred of the British taxes. Until the battle at Concord, a small committee was formed. This committee drafted the Declaration of Independence. This declaration was formed in mind of every one, to me this is unity. The colonist acts of protest, rebellion help fuel the want of independence and, more importantly unity of the country as whole.
ReplyDeleteI agree with what you said" Like in page 50, a group of framers formed a group, the "Regulators" which protested against wealthy corrupt officials" they used the people they had to the best of each others abilities. From that they found some of the people that would lead america in the Revolution.
Deletehey Jose you do have a good point and I happen to agree with you also on this point, "" Like in page 50, a group of framers formed a group, the "Regulators" which protested against wealthy corrupt officials""
DeleteI agree with you due to the fact that some farmers/colonists did indeed try to find a solution.
I agree that unity was a struggle for the colonists at first and that it did not happen all overnight. Your response is also very well written with explicit detail and evidence however my only criticism would be that it lacks a straight forward thesis. You talk about it being a struggle but as a reader we would like to know if you agree or disagree with the prompt. Was it more for independence or unity?
DeleteHey Jose, i agree with what you had to say along with Polette. The quote that was located on Page 50 that was an important factor because from that that may have been where they got leaders for the american revolution.
DeleteI do agree with your statement that the upper classes attempted to thwart the lower class's discontent towards the English. In order for a country to be united there could not be class conflict, so by turning the lower class's resentment to the English, America can strongly go against the common enemy.
DeleteWhen the nation of the United States was created, they found that they could "take over land, profits, and political power from favorites of the British Empire."(page 47) That way, the American Revolution is seen as a work of genius. (page 47) Several uprising were aimed at overthrowing colonial governments, and later the possibility of turning much of the rebellious energy onto England was seen. The French and Indian War left "glory to the generals, death to the privates, wealth for the merchants, unemployment for the poor." (page 48) There were many problems between these social classes, the lower class being angry at the higher class. There were many riots aimed at the rich. In Virginia, it was clear that something needed to be done to persuade the lower classes to join the cause for revolution. The internal fight in the country was to unify and end conflicts between the different social classes. The country's fight with England would not be won without the unity of the country.
ReplyDeletehey Kenya I agree to what you have listed above, The French and Indian War left "glory to the generals, death to the privates, wealth for the merchants, unemployment for the poor." (page 48) this quote basically meant that the generals were known more than before, a lot of soldiers have died, wealth for merchants, unemployment for the poor.this lead to the poor to hate more on the wealthy known people.
Deletehey Kenya i agree with you. They were problems within the social classes. The poor despised the wealthy. The poor would ransack houses of the rich. They did try to get the lower classes to side with them(pg53). Deflect their anger against England.
DeleteIn chapter 4, "Tyranny is Tyranny", we could see that the American Revolution wasn't for independence it was for unification. After the French and Indian war the colonists had two rivals the English and the Indians (Page 48). After Great Britain started taxing the colonies for everything the colonies began to make groups such as the Loyal Nine and the Committee of Correspondence. The Founding Fathers knew that the different social classes hated each other and they used that hate but toward the British troops (Page 50). Even though the colonies did gain independence what they were looking for was unification. All the colonists made protest, boycotts and fighted in the battles to gain independence and most importantly to unite all the colonies.
ReplyDeleteNancy I agree with what you said about the English having to rivals (Page 48), because the tension between the colonists and the English was clear since Bacon's Rebellion in Virginia, 1760, because it showed how the colonists did not agree with The House of Burgesses.Then later on, after many conflicts and especially with the taxation of tea, the colonists were simply tired of the British overpowering them so they finally decided to rebel.
DeleteNancy I agree with you when you said how the colonists were getting upset at Great Britain for taxing them. Due to the fact that the taxes were increasing they wanted to do something about it and coming together would be great to solve taxation and that is how they started to make groups like the Loyal Nine.
DeleteThe colonists were just at their limit and just said enough and with the help of the rebels and all the propaganda being spread around, they were able to form an army of rebels,farmers,and patriots that lead us to our independence. "They created the most effective system of national control devised in modern times and showed future generations of leaders the advantages of combining paternalism with command."(pg47) The colonists had no unity and ended up doing what was right for them instead for the army and some left since they believed the conditions did not suit them. When the colonists got some generals from France to help them train which was a turning point in the revolution. The colonists also needed the help from the colonists to unite and help pay for the supplies for the armies which led to our independence from Great Britain which changed the colonies for generations to come.
ReplyDeleteAfter reading “Tyranny Is Tyranny” one can say that The American Revolution was initiated because American colonists were dissatisfied with British enforcements and regulations yet, not for independence. The primary reason why colonists disagreed and created rebellions was because they believed it was unfair to be taxed, governed, represented and ruled by Britain. This led to the desire of those few individuals who did want their freedom, and were brave enough to promote ideas in order to gain their independence. As page 53, paragraph 3, states, “Their aim, however, was to broaden their organization, to develop a mass base of wage earners.” This quote suggests that the 13 colonies, as a whole, simply wanted to have an organized society without British interference and have the opportunity to take control of their money. Since numerous of colonists agreed on having an organized society and ability to possess money, they united, by making Committees, Organizations, a Confederation, and called their desires “independence.” With this inference, one can say that The American Revolution was not primarily initiated by colonists’ desire for independence, but rather to break away from British enforcements and regulations.
ReplyDeleteYou neglected to state exactly how the Americans' desire for independence came to be. The publication of "Common Sense" had much to do with it. Furthermore, I do not see exactly where or how you EVALUATED the statement as it asked you to do so but simply summarized the reading. The thesis is essential to your writing and what you must do is use the text to help you present and uphold it. Not to mention, you evaded the real topic for the most part. You emphasized the causes of the Revolution on the part of the colonists and not how they lacked unity. Good use of vocabulary but there are some grammatical errors. Not to worry, practicing will make you better at this.
DeleteBased on my knowledge of the American Revolution, I will have to disagree with you. The colonists were dissatisfied with the British, however this did not cause them to seek independence; they wanted the acts to be repealed. There is a difference between the events that sparked the revolution and those that sparked the need for independence. Paine's "Common Sense" influenced many, as did King George declaring the colonies' "rebellion." Above all, I do agree with Nestor when he says that you did not respond to the statement but merely provided a summary.
DeleteAfter reading chapter 4 of "Tyranny is Tyranny" I can perfectly see why the war for unification instead of independence. After the war with France, the colonials were highly divided into different social classes. "The war with France had brought glory to the generals, death to the privates, wealth for the merchants, unemployment for the poor (page 48)." Hatred grew between the social classes. This was already a sign of poor unity. However their COMMON hatred grew against Britain as Britain began to impose harsher taxes on them. Many rebellions occurred due to this unfairness but the colonies were finally showing a sense of unity when the Sons of Liberty, the Committees, and a Continental Congress were created (page 55). With the colonies separated they didn't stand a chance against Britain but standing together was their only hope. Unity was the ultimate key into winning the war and it finally showed when the colonials won the American Revolution. "They found that by creating a nation, a symbol, a legal unity called the United States" (page 47).
ReplyDeleteMariana, I agree with you. The quote from page 48 was a great reference to your saying when the colonials were divided into different social classes. I also liked how you ended your response with a quote about creating a nation called the United States because you were saying before how the colonies being seperated that they did not have a chance against Britain but that unity was the only way to win the war which they overcame victoriously in the American Reolution.
DeleteThank you. Thank you. I try.
DeleteThe quoted stated above brings a lot of what I read in Chapter four "Tyranny Is Tyranny" to mind. Yes, they may say that The Revolutionary War was for Independence, but They couldn't have gotten so far without all of them Unifying to fight against the British. Every colonist suffered equally from the taxes and effects of rebellions. Together as one their hate and need to be free from the strings tying them to England grew. They all worked together to devise plans and to find a way to keep control of the colonies after the war and by fighting the English as one was the only way to defeat them. They found that in every colony was a great tool in the war the English such as Samuel Adams, Tom Paine and Patrick Henry(Pg.53). Together they found people to be apart of political groups such as the Loyal Nine(Pg.51) and The Committee of Correspondence(Pg.53). These two groups planned two of the most pivotal moments in america's struggle for independence. Yes, this war brought Independence from the British, but Unifying the colonies was fundamental to the growth of The United States.
ReplyDeleteIndependence from the British was just one result from the revolution. A greater result was unity between the colonies. In page 47, the author states that in 1776 English colonies discovered that by creating a nation with unity, they could take land and increase economic stability. For this reason the Founding Fathers should receive great tribute because it would prove useful for two hundred years now. We are called the United States of America for the reason that in this revolution, the colonies came together, to fight against a common enemy. They were not always wanting to fight for Independence, but were pushed into it. On page 55, the author states that measures for British control, such as the Stamp Act, taxes on tea, and the Boston Massacre, escalated colonial rebellion to the point of revolution. Colonists wanted to state they would not be walked over and they would unite in order to present this truth to the British. When the revolution was done, the colonies remained united and Independence seemed as just a bonus.
ReplyDeleteDiana agree with what you said about the revolution being more about unity than independence because one of the main problems the colonists had was that they were not united. Even during the revolution, some colonists would just leave the battle field because they did not see the light. You also had the loyalists who fought on Great Britain's side but against their own neighbors. The rejection of the Albany Plan which was presented by Benjamin Franklin to the Albany Congress in,1754, is a perfect example of how the colonies were not united before the revolution.
DeleteActually, if you remember correctly, during the revolution many families were divided since they had different opinions on the revolution. Pedro provides an excellent example displaying colonial disunity, thus proving your statement to be false. Also, when you are implying that the colonists were provoked into revolting, which in a way they were. However the only push was the different acts that the government imposed on them. These acts were necessary for the government at the time and also, people back in England had to pay even more taxes than they colonists did. The way I see it, the colonists were the one's provoking the British to take action and control them.
DeleteAfter reading chapter four of "Tyranny is Tyranny" you learn that, when the English won the Seven Years' War the colonial leaders was no longer scared by the French, but the English and the Indians were there rivals. You also learn that the American Revolution was not meant for independence but for unification. The colonists were separated in to two very different social classes, one being the rich and the other being the poor.(PG48)The Revolutionary War started when the colonist got tired of being taxed without being consulted. In their eyes they were being ruled and governed unfairly by the British. The thirteen colonies all wanted a single unified government without the British government getting involved in their decisions. The Continental Congress decided that they wanted to separate and become independent. "They organized a small committee to draw up the Declaration of Independence." (PG55) The Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 2,1776 but it was actually proclaimed two days after.
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ReplyDeleteAfter my reading of chapter four of "Tyranny Is Tyranny" it was to my understanding that the war was for alliance and not for independance. Others may say that the Revolutionary War was actually for independance, most may not realize that not a lot of commission would not have been done without unifying to fight against the British. Colonists were put into different social classes after the war with France. "The war with France had brought glory to the generals, death to the privates, wealth for the merchants, unemployment to the poor," (page 48) The different social classes grew hatred against one another which made the alliance difficult and poor. Britain imposed bitter taxes upon the social classes giving them a hatred they could all agree to disagree to. Rebellions took action of the breach taxes brought upon them. When the Committees, Continental Congress, and Sons of Liberty were created the colonies were appearing the unity that was there. (Page 55) The colonials won the American Revolution which, in my opinion, their unity that they overcame. Winning the war may have not been possible if the colonies were seperated and did not have the alliance they ended with in the end of the war. "When we look at the American Revolution this way, it was a work of genius, and the Founding Fathers deserve the awed tribute they have received over the centuries." (Page 47)
Vanessa, I understand and agree with what you had to say about the colonies creating an alliance to defeat their common enemy, the British. Without the unification of the colonies their hatred against one another could have possibly led to a war within the colonies. However, the Americans did unite and win the Revolutionary war and they couldn't have done it without their great leaders that should be recognized.
DeleteTyranny is Tyranny indeed. In the period leading up to, and throughout the first months of the Revolutionary War, this was the source of many internal conflicts that plagued America. Amid their attempt to achieve their independence from the British Empire, they certainly did not lack any preoccupations. I would say, however, that the colonists at that time are undeserving of any pity whatsoever. They overwhelmed themselves with confrontations with nothing really triggering their abrupt and brutish actions. In regards to their internal relations in which the lower classes were resentful of the more wealthy (page 57), well, all in its own time. The American Revolution was truly the time to try men's souls and the time to part (page 54), even more so for Americans. Whether or not they could function cohesively would decide the fate of their nation. It could have very easily all fallen apart before it even began and it definitely looked that way early on in the war. In the end, colonials managed to put it all aside and persevered.
ReplyDeleteNestor I agree with you, during the Revolutionary war colonists were not united and fought against each other, hence the patriots and loyalists. But once the colonists decided to all fight against a common enemy, America emerged victorious.
DeleteIn chapter 4 "tyranny is tyranny" the american revolution was not a war of independence but unity against one common enemy. With taxes constantly being thrown in the colonists faces, they needed to vent. "mass meetings rose in opposition"-pg53. Groups such as the loyal nine, sons of liberty, the committees of correspondence voiced their opinions. Problems arose amongst social classes. The regulator movement was led by white farmers against the rich(pg 50). In Virginia, it was clear that something needed to be done to persuade the lower class to join the revolutionary side. The sons of liberty tried to broaden their organization(pg53). Before independence could be won, the colonists needed to unite.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you because the colonies were angry that Great Britain were taxing them and the colonies made meetings to oppose Great Britain and see what they can do to change it. They were having a lot of problems between social classes and first they needed to unite before making other plans. So it is clear that the colonies, like the Founfing Fathers, were trying to unite the colonies before having their independence from Great Britain.
DeleteMy understanding in Chapter 4 of "Tyranny is Tyranny" was similar to my peers.
ReplyDeleteWhat i understood was that this war wasn't for independence, but it was for unification. Colonists made protest, boycotts, and fought in the battles to gain independence and most importantly to unite ALL the colonies. In this revolution all the colonies got together to face a common enemy which was Britain. Britain was a common enemy due to the fact that they had taxes the colonies. The colonies showed a sense of unity when the Sons of Liberty, the Committees, and a Continental Congress were created *page 55*.Continental Congress decided that they wanted to separate and become independent... "They organized a small committee to draw up the Declaration of Independence." *page 55*. I also learned that The Declaration of Independence was adopted (July 2, 1776), but it was not proclaimed until July 4, 1776 , which is the day we celebrate our American Independence.
"They found that by creating a nation, a symbol, a legal unity called the United States" *page 47*.
You can also include the fact that in order to get support from the colonists they had to do their part by "the rebellions being caused by the colonists which led to popular support for a new privileged leadership which led to their independence from Great Britain."(pg.47)
DeleteIvan, I like how you mentioned the colonies unity being demonstrated by the Sons of Liberty, the Committes, and a Continental Congress. However, you did forget to mention how the colonists were at first separated by the social classes. For example, the lower classes found it unfair that the wealthy could pay for someone to attend the military instead of going, meanwhile all of the lower classes were forced to go.
DeleteWhile reading Tyranny is Tyranny I realized that the revolution was not about independence but about unity. On page 49 we are told that before the war colonist would turn on one another. The poor colonists would turn againist the rich. The revolution leaders saw a chance to uses the colonists anger againist the British. Though the Declaration of Independence was ment to separate two countries it united one.
ReplyDeleteCecilia, I understand and agree what you are trying to say but I suggest you add more details. You are sure that the American Revolution wasn't about independence but rather unity so you should be able to explain with further details. I encourage you that next time, you back up your opinion with plenty of facts.
DeleteCecilia, I agree with Maria and I think that you had a good beginning to answering the prompt but you did not really explain so much of why you agree with it. Maybe you could have included more facts from Tyranny is Tyranny and that could have given you a little more to talk about with replying to this prompt.
DeleteI also believe in their opinions. The further explanation of the cause for the American Revolution would of been great. Your answer is a general answer. If it were to be answered in greater detail to what was learned in Tyranny i Tyranny, youre interpretation of this quote could have been a bit more comprehensive when it came to reasons for revolution against the British.
DeleteCecilia I agree with you, I can clearly see your point and what you stand for. However, like my classmates said you need more details to back up your statements. Just make sure that next time you add more details.
DeleteIt is clear in "Tyranny is Tyranny" that the American Revolution was about unity more than independence. You are on point on everything you said, but your ideas aren't really expressed so much in detail. Everything is correct, just add more explanation to your ideas next time.
DeleteThe way we are thought about the Revolutionary War it makes it as if this war was started for independence, but after reading "Tyranny is Tyranny" it gave me a different perspective of what it was the colonies needed which was unity or "creating a nation"(page 47) The fact that the different social classes held hatred against each other just demonstrates that they could never accomplish anything with such attitude. As i continued reading I realized that the colonist united only when they were unsatisfied with something, for example the Loyal Nine group that got together to opposed the Stamp Act (page 51) they got together to protest it for they did not want to pay taxes on documents or playing cards. Now what I ask my self is what if the British had only established that tax on a certain town or group of colonist? Would there still be that "unity" of this is so unfair for us? It is a positive thing that they are becoming united to stand up for what is unfair,when the British Parliament wanted to once again attempted to tax the colonies "colonial leaders organized boycotts"(page 52) After all these conflicts and struggles that colonies faced together they were able to draw up the Declaration of Independence (page 54) I think that people should realize that yes they received their independence, but they were able to reach this goal by uniting together which was what the colonies were lacking in the beginning, alone they would not been able to accomplish such a significant change in American History.
ReplyDeleteBased on the readings on chapter 4, I came to realize that Tyranny is Tyranny. The American Revolution was the main reason why The United States became THE United States, and basically it was all thanks to unification of the colonies. Things didn't just happen from one day to the other it took a pretty long time for things to fall in place as far as unification goes. Things were very out of control when it came to people's rights, many were furious because they had no voice. Colonists began to protest and start boycotts to have their voice heard, basically they were tired of all the absurd things that the British forced on them such as The Stamp Act, The Tea Act, and Boston Massacre. "They created the most effective system of national control devised in modern times and showed future generations of leaders the advantages of combining paternalism with command." Page 47 Slowly but surely, colonists began to have a voice and began to agree that they were sick of taxes and ALL things British. So finally all thirteen colonies wanted a single unified government and obviously they wanted absolutely NOTHING with the British so "The Continental congress decided that they wanted to separate and become independent."page 55 and that's when The Declaration of Independence was created and later on approved on July 4, 1776.
ReplyDeleteI agree with what you said about how things didn't happen from one day to another. The colonists endure many unjust acts by the British such as the Intolerable Acts, and the Boston Massacre. Even after that they weren't striving for unity, but eventually they were pushed into it.
DeleteIf there was like bottom i would have clicked it for both of your comments. A very strong point is made by saying that unification did not happen right way. The colonies had been though a lot because of the unfair act proposed on to them by the British with out there consent. Unification of the colonies was the result of a fight for a voice that ended in a fight for independence.
DeleteLesley, i agree with you since the colonies had to unite in order to accomplish their goal of attaining freedom.The colonies went through really difficult and unfair situations in order to accomplish their goals but at the end they were able to create a new government and new nation,The United States.
DeleteAfter reading chapter four of “Tyranny Is Tyranny” it was clear that the American Revolution was not initially a war for independence but for an effort of unification. The breakthrough for the colonist was a result of unification that at one point was considered surreal due to all the major changes that came with the win of the Seven Years War. The war with France had brought glory to the generals, death to the privates, wealth for the merchants and unemployment for the poor (Pg. 48). There were consequences for the colonist after the Seven Years War that included separation of classes, introduction to taxation and there was a tighter British government control over them. The colonists were all in agreement that taxation was an intolerable addition from the already harsh British control. Britain in reality was taking advantage of the colonies and it seemed as if their superlative ranking of power could not be matched. However, the colonist responded with the Stamp Act Congress, the Sons of Liberty, the Committees of Correspondence, the Boston Tea Party, and in 1774, the setting up of a Continental Congress (Pg.55). The colonist won the American Revolution due to the fact that the colonies overcame their slight differences to defeat their common enemy, Britain, and as a result not only did they gain their independence but they gain their unification to work as one. The American's unification was what led to the unity of a nation that came to be called the United States.
ReplyDeleteGood explanation. Good explanation. I saw that you and I wrote about the same stuff. Great minds think alike. I wouldn't add anything else. PERFECTION! GOOD JOB!
DeleteI really enjoyed reading your reply. It nails every single topic we should focus on like what tore the colonist a part and what brought them together. You explained every detail very well.
DeleteI hold the fact that the Revolution was a war for unification to be self-evident from Tryanny is Tranny. After the Seven Years War, the British imposed taxes on the colonies to raise revenue. However taxes led to rebellions and resentment among the colonists, especially the less privileged who felt taxes were particularly harsh on the poor.(page 50) Thus many riots arose from the lower classes of colonial society, exposing the issue of wide class divisions in America. Although there were major domestic problems in the colonies, radical individuals had the ability to bring Americans together for the common cause. For expample Thomas Paine's Common Sense struck a colonial nerve. Denouncing British authority and calling for colonial government, the pamphlet greatly influenced public opinion and appointed Britian as political foe.(page 54)The Contiental Congress was also quite revolutionary at its time. The Congress included representatives from all thirteen colonies to create policies that lessened English rule. The Contiental Congress was a step in itself towards consolidation.(page 55)Such events proves the theory that the American Revolution was not only a war for independence but a war for unity.
ReplyDeleteIsabel, i agree with you. With the publication of Thomas Paine's common sense, it opened eyes(pg54). I would like to add that the pamphlet told the bad effects of the colonists connection with England. The wars England involved them with costed them in lives and money. The taxes they had to pay for the wars further distinguished the social classes. Paying for taxes would be the death of some colonists.
DeleteWell, i do agree with you Isabel that radicals helped give the colonials a common trait or, goal. like you said Thomas Paine's book did help light the revolution light bulb in many colonists. Through this pamphlet,the movement of the idea of revolt enlarged. This helped unify the colonist and, their thoughts.
DeleteI completely agree with you Isabel in the fact that Thomas Paine's Common Sense helped to unify colonists. Also, the taxes that the British imposed on all the colonists was a big issue especially for the poor because they had more of a struggle to survive.
DeleteAfter the French and Indian War, tensions between the rich and the poor grew. This was so because the rich were living well while the poor were suffering and making a struggle to live. To make matters worse, England began the taxation on many important and every-day-consumed products. This enraged the colonists, the colonists, to be specific, even more towards England. It became a struggle for consolidation, or unity, against the tyranny ways of the Mother Country. To deal with this, many groups or committees were formed such as Sons of Liberty, the Loyal Nines, an some others. These groups wanted to create unity because "...it seemed clear to the educted gentry that something needed to be done to persuade the lower orders to join the revolutionary cause, to deflect their anger against England."(pg. 53)Soon, the Declaration of Independence would be introduced and the convincement of the colonists to fight against the mother country would be there. Freedom was wanted and so was unity within the colonies. A drafting for war would soon be organized in Boston. This drafting was avoided by some rich individuals by paying fees leaving the poor forced to fight due to the lack of money to pay that fee. "This led to rioting and shouting: '"Tyranny is Tyranny let it come from who it may be."'(pg. 57) It explained how America came together in unity because of the Revolutionary War.
ReplyDeleteI agreed with how you included the causes that formed the group and how they had to convince people to revolt against the British but you could of also included "how difficult it was for the rebels to work together and with the help of foreign leaders they were able to teach soldiers and future leaders the advantages of combining paternalism with command"(pg.47)
DeleteJerry you make a great point on how only the poor colonist felt the need for unity and independence. It was very unfair for the less wealthy to manage to pay for all the outrageous taxes Britain was making mandatory. If we look at this in a positive way, if Britain would not imply these unfair taxes, they probably would not have received their independence right away, it would of taken longer to achieve this great goal.
DeleteIndeed I agree with the quote above because the colonists were trying to become more independent and a self-reliable nation. The colonies united little by little when noticing that the British King or leader could not control them by being so far away from the colonies. They didn’t have any wars or battles besides the Boston Massacre and a few riots due to the fact of the taxes put on the colonial. One of the major reasons that the colonies went against the British was due to the fact of Tom Paine’s “Common Sense” pamphlet. On page 53 it talks about what his plans were and how he intended to rebel away from British rule. The continental congress then later decided to separate and become independent. As well as making their own declaration and making important people sign it (pg 55). For example Tom Paine, Thomas Jefferson, and many people from each colony had the chance to sign it ass well.
ReplyDeleteKimberly I agree with what you said about Tom Paine, I believe that if he would of never written that pamphlet the colonials would of never realized they could have been free from the British this whole time. Tom Paine was intelligent due to the fact that he actually saw what many people didn’t see. He thought that the colonists would be stronger if they united as one instead of being separated.
DeleteKimberly i must say you made a really good choice by pointing out how well the colonies were doing without much of the British's help. I completely agree with you because it was not until the interfernce of the British in the colonies that problems began to arise. For example when they began taxing the colonist without there consent, furthermore I like the fact that you point out Thomas Paine because i too believe it was he who opened the colonists' eyes to reality.
DeleteI also agree with your comment on Thomas Paine,Kimbo. Without the publication of his pamphlet "Common Sense" maybe the colonists wouldnt of had opened their eyes and noticed what they were up against. He definately was the eye-opener of the colonies. Also the way you understood how the colonies came together, was my interpretation as well.
DeleteKimberly i also agree with the statement you made about Thomas Paine.Thanks to him many colonists opened their eyes and no longer wanted to get stepped on by the British.Thomas Paine was a great influence for many colonies.
DeleteAfter reading Tyranny is Tyranny I came to realize why it is that many people justify the American Revolution as a battle for unification rather than independence. The reason being that in page 48 it is mentioned that " American leadership was less desirous of English rule, the English more in need of the colonists' wealth.", that in itself forshadowed the problems that would soon arise in the colonies. After Parliament began passing the various tax acts the colonists' need of unification was most demonstrated. Thus more Britain's abuse of power demonstrated through those acts, was what provoked boycotts, protests, and soon the battle for independence. The mob led by Ebenzer MacIntosh as shown in page 49 was one of many protests that was entitled to destroy social boundaries, in hopes of creating some kind of justification towards equality. In general, a revolution that was ment to bring only the ideas and beliefs of a nation together ended up bringing with it independence.
ReplyDeleteArlene I agree with you as well, the British did take advantage of the colonists in many different ways. Since the colonials didn’t work as a team to defend each other from the British they were beat at first but when they united and worked together they noticed that they can out beat the British with a lot more force.
DeleteArlene i also agree with you that the American Revolution was a battle of unification rather than independence.What the colonies wanted was for the British to stop setting new enforcement on them. To oppose to these laws many colonies became more united than ever before.
DeleteAfter reading "Tyranny is Tyranny" its has come to my attention that the American Revolution was not a war for independence but for consolidation .Starting with Bacons Rebellion in Virginia, there had been 18 uprisings aiming to over throw colonial governments.In 1763 England was victorious in the French and Indian Wars also known as the 7 year war(pg#47).Although England won the war,they fell in debt.And how did British way of rebuilding the economy was, Well they referrer to the colonists.The colonists would then turn against the British. Due to its proclamation on 1763, which forbade the colonists to settle beyond the Appalachian,the Stamp act of 1763, Townshend act,as wells as their precious Tea tax,Stationing troops and the Boston Massacre.Now the colonists responded with the stamp act congress,the sons of liberty,committees of correspondence,Boston TEA party,continental congress,and forerunner of a future independent government(pg 55).All adding up to life,liberty,and the pursuit of happiness.To say the Declaration of Independence.
ReplyDeleteYvonne, I didn't quite understand your point. I can't tell if you agree or disagree with the promt. A suggestion to you is that you keep in mind of what the question is and try to restate it at least at the end of your paragraph so we know what your point is. You did a good job in summarizing the events before the American Revolution, but that wasn't exactly what you had to do. Also, sorry for being so picky, but you should reread your paragraph and fix your miniature erros such as grammar and punctuation.
DeleteHey Yvonne, I have to agree with Maria on this i was also lost while reading your response/blog. Besides that I must say you did a terrific job saying what happened before the revolution. Well anyways Maria basically said what i was going to mention to you but just make sure to follow that advice and you'll write a excellent blog!
DeleteI Agree Maria the point wasn't clear.You did a good job summarizing all the events that led up to the American Revolution like maria had said earlier but you dint quite answer the prompt that was given that's basically all the you are missing on your reply.
DeleteThe American Revolution most certainly did not start off as a fight for independence. The motives of the American Revolution changed thought out its course. Revolution also brought the colonies together in an unexpected manner . The American revolutions started as a way to get British attention because the colonies were unhappy with all the tax acts but there was also a great deal of unhappiness with in the colonies. That this point and time within the colonies there were many low class people that resented the high classes (pg 50-51). The higher social classes feared this raising tension and knew if a revolt would break the colonies society would collapse. To prevent this from happening the middle and high social class did their best to convince the lower classes to turn their anger and resentment toward the British (pg 53). This common resentment united the colonies as they worked together sharing ideas determining which method would best gain British attention. The Sons Of Liberty and the Committees of Correspondence are examples of the colonies first sings of unification (pg 55) As committees formed and people deliberated on the subject the idea of independence was created. The first major appearance of the concept of independence was found in “Common Sense” by Tomas Pain (pg51). This was when the American Revolution became a fight for independence .
ReplyDeleteI undoubtedly agree with you that the American Revolution was not a fight for independence but it later did become one. In addition, I acknowledge that you chose two well-known examples to refer as the first signs of unification of the colonies.Perhaps I would have chosen the Second Continental Congress instead but everyone has their preferences or they may be much more important. I also recognize that referring to the pamphlet by Thomas Paine as the first major concepts of independence was a nice touch to the near ending of your writing.
DeleteAfter reading chapter 4 “Tyranny is Tyranny” we can see that The American Revolution focused more in unification than independence. One of their main reasons why the colonist would disagree and rebelled was because Britain started to tax the colonies (P.49). Later, after the Seven Year’s War colonials were separated into different social classes. (P.48) “They had only two rivals left: the English and the Indians.” They also thought that creating a nation (unity) they could take over lands, profits, and political power from the British (P.47) Colonist were furious that they didn’t have the rights and were being taxed to pay for the British Empire and that lead to making groups like Loyal Nine which was a group where “merchants, distillers, ship owners and master craftsmen who opposed the Stamp Act (P.51).
ReplyDeleteMaritza I like the fact that you mention social class as one of the main factors behind colonial rebellians. I completely agree for the fact that the creation of such diverse social classes made equality that much more difficult. Also the creation of those classes was what made colonists realize that unity was needed for a better life in America.
DeleteMaritza i really like how you stated all the main reasons behind the American Revolution and came clear on to the point on how the American revolution was not about independence but about unifying the colonies to become stronger.
DeleteConsolidation Was the main reason for the American revolution.After reading chapter four or "Tyranny is Tyranny" it was clear that colonist "found that by creating a nation (the United States), they could take over land, profits, and political power from favorites of the British Empire"(pg.47). When the English wont the Seven Years colonies felt that "with the French defeated, the British government could turn its attention to tightening control over the colonies".Soon colonials were divided into social groups such as the wealthy, middle class, and the poor. Conflicts began to grow between social classes. Poor Began to rebel against unfair taxation some called it "a War of Plunder, of general leveling and taking away the Distinction of rich and poor"(pg.49). Colonist then began to experience the same hatred against the British harsh taxation's. Unity began to rise "by finally, in 1774,setting up a Continental Congress". They now understood that by standing together they had a better chance to defeat the British and won the American Revolution and their independence.
ReplyDeleteAfter reading "Tyranny is Tyranny" i understood that the Revolutionary War was initiated due to the fact that many colonist were not satisfied with the new enforcement British was setting on the colonies and not because they were seeking independence.This new enforcement was making many colonies angry which later they became untied and tried to oppose to the new regulations. As stated on (page 50) , a group of farmers formed a group, the "Regulators" which protested against wealthy corrupt officials". The regulators gathered and organized to prevent the collection of taxes and the confiscation of the property of delinquents. When British later turned to its next attempt to tax the colonies many colonist were being hurt because the soldiers were taking jobs from working people when jobs were scarce."A crowd gathered in front of the customhouse and began provoking the soldiers,who fired and killed first Crispus Attucks.. (PG 52). The colonists were no longer going to be stepped on and they were going to unite if they had to in order to overcome British.After the revolution was over not only were the colonies united but they had also gained independence.
ReplyDeleteRosangelica, I liked the way you stated that once the colonials united they were able to win the war agianst the British, and then came independence. We have to realize that it was unification that needed to happen among the colonies in order to get anywhere in thier pathway to success. The colonies would not have gone anywhere if they had never unified for a specific cause. Also, I pieced together the assumption that the revolutionary leaders must have known what unification would bring so they made their best efforts to bring the colonies together as one.
Deletewhile reading the fourth chapter of "Tyranny is Tyranny" i had learned that the american revolution wasnt set out for independence , it was a conflict for unification. the war with france had a high death toll and brought death to the wealth of merchants , unemployed, and the poor dropping the population dramatically from twenty-five thousand people living in new york to seven thousand left by the end of the war(P.48). i had also learned that with the french defeated, the british went ahead and tightened their control over the colonies(P.48) . i also learned that they would segregate the colonist by wealth or race and had also pressed a taxing system which was harder on those that weren't wealthy to begin with(P.50) . the declaration of independence was a big result of the american revolution, it caused unity to grow within the colonies and spread unification . the declaration of independence made life way easier for many on july 4,1776 , the day it got approved.
ReplyDeleteI see your point Abby, and like the way you focused on the affects after the French and Indian War. Though I would of not used this example, it is interesting. I agree with the idea that the war's aftermath did affect the colonies, but I don't see that as the main factor in wanting unification. It is a large reason for division, which eventually lead to unification. This is the reason i found your point of view interesting.
DeleteAbby, I acknowledge what you had to say and its true that after the French and Indian war the colonist were left desperate for jobs, money, and resources.However, I couldn't quite figure out what your point of view was on the American Revolution war, whether you thought it was for unification or independence.
DeleteAbby you make a good point on stating that after the French and Indian War the effects on the colonies and colonist were not very good. They needed jobs and the death rate had increased.So with the colonist desperate for work and money had enough of the British Parliament taxing unfairly. This revolution did cause unity which is what the colonies needed as soon as possible. they finally realized that alone they would not succeed and make the matter worse.
Delete"Tyranny is Tyranny", in my opinion, basically was about the American Revolution and maintaining the people's economic equality. I could understand why the war was more about unification, since the people were separated based on their social classes. While the rich were living without a problem, the poor were barely surviving. "The war with France had brought glory to the generals, death to the privates, wealth for the merchants, unemployment for the poor." (pg.48) This is a perfect example as to why the revolution was aimed so much for its unification. To top it off, England began taxation on every day products. This chapter also argues that the Founding Fathers used war as a distraction from the people's own economic problems.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you mentioning how everyone was separated by their social classes. That was probably one of the main ideas since it mentioned that for the poor, it seemed as if they were being controlled by the higher social class. Therefore, it suggested that even if they were not under the British control, they would still be ruled by the wealthy. Hence the statement "Tyranny is Tyranny" is made, explaining that no matter if they called it a government or king, they were still ruled. One thing I couldn't quite understand is when you said they were trying to maintain the people's economic equality. My understanding is that they were not economically equal at all. Besides that, I agree on everything you said.
DeleteThe war with France caused chaos making two powerful social classes, the rich and the poor. I totally agree with you stating that there was different social classes and people were separated based on their social classes.While the devastated hungry poor people struggled with life, the rich enjoy every moment of their time. You also stated that the founding fathers used the war as a distraction, they used it to prevent any rebellions to go against them so they took advantage of the poor people anger and got them to believe it was all the British fault.
DeleteRiots meant to overthrow a government have been attempted throughout history; however, they lacked organization. After the Seven Years' War, the British turned to the colonies to help pay for the revenues. (Zinn 48) With the social classes more distinct than ever, tension grew among the lower and higher classes. However, all this energy was wasted as they used it against each other. It was not until the colonists decided "unify" that success would become possible. To do so, people of all classes needed to be persuaded to join the revolutionary cause. (Zinn 53) Paine's "Common Sense" contributed greatly to this cause. The Declaration of Independence was created, and thus a government in which "All men are created equal." Hence, by stating their equality, it was a declaration of unity. Four days after the reading of the Declaration, townsmen were ordered to show up for a military draft to fight, together, for their freedom. (Zinn 57)
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DeleteAs I was reading chapter four of Zinn's book, I did not think of the Declaration of Independence the way you responded to the prompt. Now that you brought it to my attention, my perspective on this influential document has been expanded. The Founding Fathers of our country made the statement of equality part of a premeditated attempt to unify the colonials. The members of the Second Continental Congress knew that the colonists needed to be unified in a war effort against Britain so there had to be some very thoughtful processes to get the colonists to subliminally agree to unification. I find the idea of our Founding Fathers trying to unify the colonists this way interesting and almost comical in a way.
DeleteI agree with you and more on the part that said that when the colonies unify they became successful. After the colonies unify they were stronger, eventhough they were fighting for unification they got something even better, independence. The Second Continental, Declaration of Independence, the Founding Fathers and "Common Sense" by Thomas Paine were part of persuading everyone to unify and to get independence.
DeleteAfter reading a "Tyranny Is Tyranny" there were a lot of eye opening facts about the causes and reasons of the American Revolution.This battle was no battle for independence.Many acts such as the Stamp Act, Tea Act,Sugar Act etc; all led up to the American Revolution. These acts not only taxed the colonist to help pay war debt and help the economy, but it also let to many rebellions as well as for conflicts."With the French defeated, the British government could turn its attention to tightening control over the colonies(pg 48)" i thought this was very interesting because its exactly what they did instead and the colonists never saw it coming. On the countryside where most people lived was a similar conflicted between the poor and the rich (pg 50). The regulators were similar to the colonist when the Tea Act came along and they attempted the Boston Tea Party. The regulators organized to prevent the collection of taxes and confiscation of the property of tax delinquents (pg 50).This bitter conflict had also led to the Revolutionary War and half of the regulators had participated as patriots. The colonists needed to one nation on their own with out any one telling them what they could and could not do. Later on, their independence was brought and they finally united as one which gives the name The United States.
ReplyDeleteAfter reading Chapter four "Tyranny Is Tyranny" I now have a different perspective on why the American Revolution was not for Independence but was instead for unity. After Great Britain started taxing all the colonies for everything the colonies began to make groups such as a group called "The Regulators" where farmers were designed to go against wealthy and corrupt officials. Things were out of control. All this could be found in the last paragraph on Page 50. Colonists would make protests, boycotts and would also fight in the battles to gain independence ,but the most important thing was to unite all the colonies. It was a matter of fact that this was done because now they could all "take over land, profits, and political power from favorites of the British Empire" like it was stated in the first paragraph on Page 47. Once all this was reached nothing but positive things would occur.
ReplyDeleteJose I agree with you on how the American Revolution was not only for Independence but for unity. In addition, the social classes split into two one being the rich and the other of course the poor. The poor got involved while the rich did not have to if they were wealthy enough. In conclusion I see that you understood the chapter.
DeleteIt is said that the Revolutionary War was fought for independence, but after reading chapter 4 of "Tyranny is Tyranny" it can easily be understood that the colonists seeked unity more than independence. For example, "They found that by creating a nation, a symbol, a legal unity called the United States, they could take over land, profits, and political power from favorites of the British Empire." (Pg.47) After the French and Indian War, the British felt that, "With the French defeated, the British government could turn its attention to tightening control over the colonies." (Pg.48) Thus, they began taxing the colonists on items that they used daily in order to pay for military expenses from the war and also separated them into social classes such as, the lower class, middle class, and high class. The colonists became outraged and assembled political groups like the "The Regulators" and the "Loyal Nine." They also rebelled against Britain and created mobs, boycotts, and events such as the Boston Massacre and the Boston Tea Party. Colonists later set up the Continental Congress, "..an illegal body, forerunner or a future independent government." (Pg.55) In the end the Declaration of Independence was established declaring life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. All in all, the colonies united to overcome Britain and later got the independence.
ReplyDeleteFrom my reading of chapter 4 the statement was actually the major purpose of the American Revolution. The colonies may have said it was a war for independence but in the end it is what brought them together. All the American colonists received the same tax treatment (page 49) therefore they all reacted to it in the same way by rebelling against it. They all sought to find any possible measure they could take and found that by uniting they would stand a better chance and would be able to catch the attention of the English. They were united as one if the English harmed or punished one colony they would immediately come to the rescue (page 52-53). After all, they had a common enemy and same reasons to rebel. Together the colonies set up the Continental Congress (page 55)and there it had been decided that selected people were to prepare the Declaration of Independence but the only reason they decided on it was the Battle at Lexington (page 55). This war brought them together their independence was a benefit from their unison.
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DeleteI agree with you but, the colonies were not only faced with the British as an enemy , they also had a strong division between upper and lower classes. The lower classes resented the upper classes and tension was growing, so the middle and upper classes chose to persuade the lower classes to turn there anger towards the British. Also I would have included Tomas Paine`s publication of “Common Sense “ because it greatly influence the demand for independence by the colonies.
DeleteLorena I agree with you that the war was what brought the colonies together. Also that even though the colonies said that they where fighting for independence in the end they where brought together in a war.
DeleteLorena, I very much agree with your statement, the war was faught for the essential liberty the colonist yearned for but ended up with something greater, which is unity.
DeleteThough just for future reference, the british were not the only enemies the colonist had issuses with.
After reading “Tyranny Is Tyranny” it declares that the American Revolution was developed since the British actions enraged the colonists. The colonists wanted to pursue a democratic republic nation not a tyranny nation. When the nation of the United States was created, they found that they could "take over land, profits, and political power from favorites of the British Empire."(Page47)Various rebellions were directed to abolish the wealthy colonists, but by their strategies they were able to pass down that anger to England. They were furious for the taxes since they believed it was unfair to be taxed. After the colonies united they were able to attain independence.
ReplyDeleteJaqueline I agree with what you said in your response. The colonists did want to rebel away from the British empire because it got them mad that they controlled them from so far away. The colonists wanted to become a more independent nation.
DeleteI agree with the fact that you said that the British got the colonials mad. The colonists got mad because of unwanted taxes. The British thought they should pay for the debt of the French and Indian war instead of the British raising money or something. The colonists thought this was unfair and looked for independence away from them.
Delete"Tyranny is Tyranny" mainly refers to the fact that the high social class always seemed to have a greater power of the other classes. As stated in the end, the wealthy always had greater privilages such as avoiding their military service by paying for someone to go in their place. "The rich, it turned out, could avoid the draft by paying for substitutes; the poor had to serve." (Page 57). This led to many conflicts between the lower class and the high class, especially caused by the lower class that resented their power. For example, "In North Carolina, a 'Regulator Movement' of white farmers was organized against wealthy and corrupt officials in the periods from 1766 to 1771."(Page 50). Therefore, the colonists were all separated by their social classes. However, consolidation began to occur when the British Parliament began to pass taxes and laws which all colonists, no matter what class they were in, disliked. Having Britain now as a common "enemy" forcing unfair taxes and laws, the colonies began to believe that they worked better together since they were able to make Parliament repeal the Stamp Act by their nonimportation agreement. With this in mind, they later drafted the Declaration of Independence knowing that independence would be gained yet they did not expect for all colonies to unite and become one.
ReplyDeleteAmairani your explanation is very well written, it has details on how the Declaration of Independence was mainly for the colonies to unite. I agree on everything you said. Even though it explains very well about the social classes and the taxes I think there could have been more details on the other events such as the Boston Massacre. I believe that you understood the chapter very well.
DeleteI certainly enjoyed the manner in which you focused and stayed focused on your main point throughout your writing.The social classes were definitely had a big say on the American Revolution especially the high social class.But I disagree about the colonies knowing they would gain independence because there were so many factors that could have gone wrong but knowing as events went I suppose they strongly hoped they would gain independence.
DeleteI really enjoy the fact that you stayed on your topic and you when through the way the social classes had problems with one another. I think I agree with you for most part of your writing.
DeleteAs I was reading chapter 4 of Howard Zinn's,A People's History of The United States, I came to the conclusion that although the main effect of the American Revolution was that the colonies gained their independence, it was not the colonists' priority at the time. All they wanted was to unite and fight against their rival country, Great Britain (page 47). One of the reasons for the colonies not being unified was the treatment that was granted to you based on your social class. The rich could pay their way out of serving in the military forcing the poor to take their place in combat against the "invincible" English (page 57). Although before the war, the poor and the rich were on the same page for both social classes were outraged by the passing of the Stamp Act,1765,The Townshend Acts,1776, and also the Declaratory Act,1766. So really,during the war the colonists were not truly united but after the war they were because there was no problem with the different social classes.Also now, the colonies would make more capital due to their gain of independence.
ReplyDeleteI understand what you were trying to say, though i was aware that the colonist fought that war not in hopes of being more united. The unity did not come along unity a while after the beginning of the war.You should really look in to that though.
DeleteTo many people, the American Revolution was seen as the road and desire for independence, however; that is only half of what it appears to be. After the French and Indian war, there were clear, distinct groups of social classes, the very wealthy and the very poor. There was much hatred between the two that many revolts like the Regulator Movement erupted. [Page 50] As a result, the leaders of independence had to figure out a way to shift the anger from each other towards England. [Page 51] Thomas Paine’s Common Sense helped the colonists into understanding that one must unite first in order to accomplish their desires. [Page 54-55] On top of this conflict in America, England was adding crucial duties on things from paper to their precious tea and were restricting who they could trade with. This plus the clash at Lexington and Concord helped draw up the Declaration of Independence at the Second Continental Congress with many views of different representatives. [Page 55] Although the Revolution produced an independent nation, the harsh Townshend Acts, Intolerable Acts, restrictions of settlement or trade, and the stationing of more troops, especially during the Boston Massacre, helped unite the colonies to stand as a whole for by themselves it would not have been done as efficiently.
ReplyDeleteThe publication of Common Sense formulated the idea of independence which many colonists adopted by becoming Patriots and those who opposed it were labeled as Loyalists. If anything, this separated them more than united them. Your response lacks a strong, clear and debatable thesis. Furthermore,the Boston Massacre occurred pre-American Revolution. Even until the end of the American Revolution disunity was very strong throughout the colonies. As a matter of fact, Loyalist v. Patriot wars were just as burdensome in the war for independence for the Patriots as was fighting with other parties. Overall, I think you understood the topic and have a good idea of it.
DeleteAfter reading chapter four of “Tyranny Is Tyranny” it was clear that the American Revolution was not fought in order to gain independence but to be more united. This war brought many things dignity to the generals, death to the privates, unemployment for the poor, and wealth for the merchants as it states on page 48.Unity was needed more than ever before the war began, since the colonist turned on each other. The colonist in straitened circumstances turned on the wealthy colonist.The all the leaders had the bright idea of taking advantage of the anger of all the colonist in order to use it against the british as it reads on page 49.To conclude, the colonist had no one but them selfs, because they had anger and rage, but no unity, they needed that in order to get somewhere far in the war. Although they didn’t win the war, the gained something greater than a win, but unity because in the end it was more important because later it brought justice.
ReplyDeleteAfter reading chapter 4 again, I can tell that the American Revolution wasn’t mainly about their independence but uniting against Britain because Howard Zinn states on page 59 that if they created a nation called the united states, they could take over land, profits, and political power from the British Empire.. It took many groups that rose up for the colonies to be united. On page 63 Howard Zinn states that one powerful and organized movement was the Regulator movement. It was a movement between white farmers and wealthy and corrupt officials. On page 67 Zinn says the Boston Massacre caused many riots through the 1760's until finall the continental congress was called. The colonists did gain their independence but it took their combined efforts to do it.
ReplyDeleteChapter 4 was not only describing the importance of independence for the colonies, but also mentioned that the main reason was to unite against the enemy, Great Britain. Howard Zinn stated that if the colonists created a United States of America, they would be able to take over land, profits, and political favorites. Once we analyze the American Revolution, we can deduct that the founding fathers were truly geniuses, due to the fact that they were able to create a new government that is still in effect. The colonists also tried to unite with one another after Great Britain tried to enforce more laws on them. After the French were defeated, they knew that the only enemies left were the Indians and British. All the way up to the signing of the declaration of Independence, the colonials have been trying to unify against the king and establish a new way of life.
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What I believed the America Revolution was not only for independence, but for a chance for the colonist to unite as one. In order for the colonist to progress for their independence, they established the the Declaration of Independence. By this the first agreement upon the colonist help acquired their goals as a united nation.
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