The American Revolution (Essay Sample)

The American Revolution [Student Name] [Institutional Affiliation] The American Revolution Not only was the American Revolution a rise in rebellion against the introduction of taxes and trade regulations, it was also a means through which patriots came together to fight for their constitutional rights, the rule of law and their independence. The basic causes of the revolution can be linked to the year 1763 when Britain began to tighten its authority over the people. Conflicts arose in the colonies and these were further exacerbated by the arrival of the British troops. In addition, since the empire lacked money, there was an attempt to raise additional revenue through the Townshend and Sugar Acts resulting in increased tensions. Tensions escalated to fighting in 1775 when the British garrison moved into Massachusetts to disarm and arrest the patriots. Although the British army was large and consisted of well-trained personnel and navy, tactical errors on the British side and George Washington’s excellent leadership of the Continental Army resulted in American victory. The British had planned to suppress the rebellion in the North by defeating the Continental Army. They nearly succeeded but the Continental Army’s victories in 1776 and 1777 at Trenton and Princeton restored people’s hopes. France joined the war in favor of the rebels after the patriots successfully halted the advance of the British army at Saratoga. In 1778, The British turned their attention to the South and succeeded in taking Georgia and Charleston....