Path to Independence
Hostilities between the American colonists and British rule escalated into violence, igniting the Revolutionary War. While the initial desire was not outright independence, the publication of Paine's "Common Sense" shifted public sentiment, urging the colonies toward self-governance. The passage of the Prohibitory Act and the king's enlistment of mercenaries marked a turning point, compelling delegates to seek authorization for independence.In this clip
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