American Revolution
Introduction
The American Revolution, which is also referred to as the US War of Independence, occurred in 1765-1783. In this war, the Americans gained independence from Great Britain with the assistance of the French. The paper highlights events that led to the civil war in America.
The Revolution as a Civil War
John Pendleton, who was a Baltimore Unionist, described the quest for independence in America as a civil war. Revolutionaries in the North and South of America destroyed the numerous Spain and British empires. Additionally, slaves and the Free Blacks of Santo Domingo demolished the Slavery Island, which impacted on the civil war.
Common Sense (1776)
The publication by Thomas Paine, Common Sense, provided details on liberalization, which fostered the American Revolution. The British colonies had united, and this offered massive rebellion against resistance. In Europe, the numerous planted Kingdoms attracted detrimental impacts on America. For instance, combat between England and any foreign country affected trade (Jensen, 1967). This notion supports the Civil War in America against Great Britain.
Declaration of Independence (1776)
In 1776, Thomas Jefferson drafted a declaration of independence against the British Government, which focused on the expression of American perspectives. The document highlighted the benefits of autonomy like trial by local jury instead of overseas judgment for pretended offenses (Boyd, 1950). More so, it focused on dignity and happiness in the nation, which was ignored by their colonialists. This document stimulated civil war.
Charles Andrews Presents a Political and Constitutional Explanation (1926)
The constitutional requirements in England did not conform to the conditions in America. The Privy Council, the Secretary of the State, and the Board of Trade were not aware of the poor leadership structure that was exposed to disobedience and aggression (Andrews, 1926). The political and constitutional movements in America undermined the British Parliament, consequently provoked a revolution.
Conclusion
Indeed, the America quest for democratic governance was an epitome of civil war. The powerful influence of nationalists undermined colonial operations. The Britain Parliament was exposed to massive rebellion due to the collaboration of the French colonies.
References
Andrews, C., M. (1926). The American Revolution: An Interpretation. American Historical Review 31(228), 23–31.
Boyd, J. P., & Butterfield, L. H. (1950). The Papers of Thomas Jefferson. Princeton University Press.
Jensen, M. (1967). Tracts of the American Revolution. The Bobbs-Merrill Co.