The American Revolution

THIRD essay topic is, of course, about the American Revolution.   In at least 400 – 600 words: 1.  Using our course resources as a basis (Johnson and the videos) what do you see as the causes of the Revolution?  What do you view as the most important catalyst/cause(s) for the conflict?   2.  How do you view the war once it starts and plays out?  What do you see as the most important elements in the war?  The most important leaders on both sides?  Most important battles?  The biggest mistakes?  etc. etc.  What do you see as the most important reason(s) for the American victory over what was then the most powerful military in the world, the British? 3.  Do you think there was any way the conflict between the colonies and Britain could have been avoided?  How so, or why not?   In all of the above, make sure to GIVE EXAMPLES, and explain them when making your points.