Period Pieces Colonial American History Essay

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RE: Topic 6: The American War for Independence – Treason or Justified Rebellion?

Treason or justified rebellion? Well, both! Ultimately we need to decide what kind of world we want to live in and what kind of country we want to give to our children. Dear citizen, Jenny is right: “We free citizens of these thirteen colonies must no longer stand idly by and endure such offensives, but instead come together!” Yes, we may be committing treason against the Crown, but is treason really the highest crime? We think not. Tis a much higher crime indeed to infringe on the rights of others, deprive others of freedom and liberty, and prevent the progress of humanity. We stand at the cusp of a tremendous revolution, one that cannot be stopped. If there is a way to settle these matters peaceably, then certainly we are all for it. But given the reactions of the Crown to our latest, reasonable, and fair demands, it would seem that the King is no longer interested in catering to the best interests of the citizens.

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The Townshend Revenue, Tea & the Coercive Acts benefit the Crown but not the people it serves (Jenny). That being the case, it is high time we launch a conscientious, organized rebellion. I also wish that we could resolve our differences in a less disruptive manner, but it does not seem likely. We have to act on principle, thinking of the next seven generations and not just of ourselves. Otherwise, why would we have bothered at all leaving behind all that we knew in order to start a new world?
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