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The Path to Revolution: Colonial America’s Journey from Resistance to Independence (1764-1775)

MattDecember 7, 2024December 7, 202406 mins

The Path to Revolution The decade preceding the American Revolution marked a crucial transformation in colonial America, as British subjects evolved into revolutionary patriots through a series of escalating conflicts with their mother country. This period, spanning from 1764 to 1775, witnessed the colonies’ progression from peaceful protest to armed resistance, shaped by Britain’s increasingly…

Beyond the Battlefield: A Comparative Analysis of British and American Forces in the Revolutionary War

MattDecember 5, 202405 mins

In 1775, the world’s mightiest military empire faced off against an inexperienced collection of colonial militia – yet eight years later, against all odds, the American colonies emerged victorious. The American Revolution pitted British military might against colonial determination, creating a conflict that would redefine warfare and nation-building. Understanding the comparative strengths and weaknesses of…