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What is the role of the Loyalist in the American Revolutionary War?

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A Loyalist was a colonist who supported and remained loyal the crown/king of England. They were mostly upper class and lived in cities and wanted to keep their wealth and land.

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Answer:

The key is loyal

Step-by-step explanation:

in history loyalist, we're American colonists who remained loyal to the British king. Loyalist we're there to defend the king from making the Patriots (people who were against the king) make a revolution. Does it answer your question?

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