HIST 172 Chapter Notes - Chapter 5: Imperial Reform, Massachusetts Government Act, Constitution Of The United Kingdom
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Colonists made strong emotional ties with both the british monarchy and the british constitution. But, they would declare their independence from the british later. Revolution fostered republican selflessness and protect public good, but also encouraged individual self-interest and personal gain. The founding fathers fought for independence, but did not fight for democracy . Common colonists unleashed the popular forces and they continued to shape the new nation: the origins of the american revolution. Britain failed to maintain the colonies" relationship to the empire imperial reform. Causes: constant war and competing visions of empire divided british officials. Colonists achieved great economic and demographic growth in the 18 th century britain"s hands off policy. Colonies developed their own political institutions, and created colonial assembly. Colonial political culture: republicanism widely accepted in colonies. The enlightenment and the great awakening challenge the authority. John locke argued that individuals were formed primarily by their environment.
