American Colonists vs. England

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This short paper examines the societies in England and the American colonies in the period before the American Revolutionary War (1775-1783). It provides a brief examination from an historical and sociological perspective of the causes and the circumstances surrounding the conflict. It also cites specific legislation passed by the British Parliament as leading to the outbreak of hostilities known as the American War of Independence.

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"The British Empire had been expanding since the late 16th century, which brought much wealth to the country as well as "luxury" items such as sugar and coffee (from the East Indies), tea from India, and slaves from Africa. An agricultural revolution had started that was a precursor of the Industrial Revolution and urbanization. The increasing wealth had also widened the gap between the rich and the poor and the introduction of mechanized agriculture had forced many rural workers to the cities. The population of Britain reached 5.7 million by 1750 and this time it was sustained and poised to grow further by the greater food production made possible by the Agricultural Revolution. Although it was a time of upheaval throughout Europe, the British society remained relatively calm in part due to the increasing wealth and memories of its damaging Civil War in the 17th century. ("History of British Society," 2006)"

Sample of Sources Used:

• "American Revolution." (2006).From Wikipedia the Free Encyclopedia. Retrieved on April 5, 2006 from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Revolution
• "History of British Society" (2006). From Wikipedia the Free Encyclopedia. Retrieved on April 5, 2006 from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_British_society
• Henretta, James A. (2006) "American Revolution." Encarta Online Encyclopedia. Retrieved on April 5, 2006 from http://encarta.msn.com/encyclopedia_761569964/American_Revolution.html

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