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they either sucked it up or moved to back to England
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Did the declaration reflect the opinions of all the colonists at the time?
No. The usual thinking is that about one-third of the colonists supported independence, about one-third opposed it, and the other third had no strong opinion on the matter.
Which colony did not sign the declaration of independence?
New York opposed the Declaration of Independence.
What happened to the colonists who opposed the Declaration of Independence in 1776?
They got put to death by being hung. But few if any actually were hung. These folks were called Loyalists.
Colonists who opposed independence from England were called?
Loyalists
What groups did the continental congress hope to sway by the declaration of independence?
The original purpose of the U.S. Declaration of Independence was to gain support from the king. When this intention failed the Continental Congress hoped to sway groups including the uncommitted colonists, Spain, France, and those that opposed BritainÕs control.
What actions of Great Britain pushed the colonists to revolution?
The most significant one was the levying of taxes on the colonies by the British parliament (as opposed to the colonial legislatures) in which the colonists had no representation. However if you will read the U.S. Declaration of Independence you will find a long list of grievances. Michael Montagne
What was the percentage of colonists who wanted independence from England in 1774?
By 1774, it is estimated that only about one-third of the American colonists actively supported independence from England. This group, often referred to as the Patriots, was opposed by another third who remained loyal to the British Crown, known as Loyalists, while the remaining third were indifferent or neutral regarding the conflict. The desire for independence grew over the following years, especially leading up to the Declaration of Independence in 1776.
A colonist who opposed the revolution?
The Patriots are the group of colonists that faced hostility.
Who were the grievances in the declaration of independence address to?
The Declaration of Independence names King George III, through Parliament and "his Governors" (although Parliament was not under his direct control, it typically did not pass laws he opposed).
What nation did the Declaration of Independence make?
Several countries have declared independence from colonial masters, as opposed to gaining a negotiated independence. Two that come to mind are Rhodesia and the USA.
What were the loyalists and patriots beliefs?
The loyalists were people who opposed the war for independence while the patriots were American colonists who wanteed the independence
How did colonists feel about the Declaration of Independence?
Colonists had mixed feelings about the Declaration of Independence. Some were enthusiastic supporters who saw it as a bold assertion of their rights and a necessary step towards independence from British rule. Others were more cautious or even opposed to it, fearing the potential consequences of such a radical action. Overall, the Declaration of Independence was a divisive document that sparked intense debate and ultimately led to the American Revolutionary War.
