The American Revolution

Research Paper # 2453

This paper explores the reasons why specific famous and less famous individuals were in favor or not of the revolution. It also explains that the revolution was fought for economical reasons.

1,816 words () | 2 sources | 2001 United States

Paper Summary:

A paper about revolutionary times in America. The author explains how import it was to have big names like Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson on the side of the patriots. The author then tries to show how the revolution was mostly fought for economical reasons.

From the Paper:

"Without the support of the colonists, the patriots could not have won the American Revolution. There were many famous supporters including Benjamin Franklin, Abigail Adams, and Thomas Jefferson. Those less famous supporters also made a significant impact. They include the citizens involved in the Boston Massacre and young soldiers such as Joseph Plumb Martin. Although there were many supporters, there was also some opposition including Catherine Van Cortlandt. By looking at these previously mentioned names, one can determine that the Revolution was fought for economic reasons and a desire to end British tyranny."