American Colonies Pros And Cons

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American colonies are tired of being treated unfairly by Britain and are ready to gain independence, European nations have offered many opportunities, a government of our own is a natural right, and we have nothing to lose because war has already begun. In Thomas Paine`s pamphlet, “Common Sense”, the relationships between Britain and European countries are advantages for America to form commercial and political ties with these nations. The only way to obtain these opportunities offered by alliance with European nation is by going independent. In contrast the trade of Britain resulted in high population, giving a good chance against Britain. American colonies have been loyal to Britain but we never benefited from the control of Britain. Furthermore,

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