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The American Revolution
Financing the American Revolution
Securing resources for the American Revolution was top of mind for both sides. In the United States, funding the war effort meant borrowing money. This created an entire class of lenders with an interest in establishing a strong government to ensure they’d get repaid. The British had the funds, but how long should they pour money into a war with no end in sight?
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2:10:41
Victory at Yorktown secures independence. Americans aspire for a more perfect union.
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The war drags on and moves to new theaters: at sea, in Indian Country, and in the South.
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Philadelphia falls, but the American victory at Saratoga allows France to enter the war.
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Washington abandons New York City and flees across New Jersey, before attacking Trenton.
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Washington takes command of the Continental Army. Congress declares American independence.
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Political protest escalates into violence. War gives thirteen colonies a common cause.