Final answer:
Georgians maintained loyalty to Britain during the Revolutionary War due to the support of Loyalists, promises of freedom for enslaved people, and a sense of shared British identity.
Step-by-step explanation:
Many Georgians remained loyal to Great Britain during the Revolutionary War for several reasons. The British strategy relied on the support of Loyalists, enslaved people, and Native American allies in the South. Georgian Loyalists formed regiments and swore allegiance to the king as the British regained control in Georgia. Additionally, enslaved individuals were promised freedom by the British, which was particularly appealing given that the proposal for emancipation by the Continental Congress was refused by Georgian revolutionaries.
Lastly, the professional and social ties forged between British soldiers and American militiamen during past conflicts, and national pride contributed to a sense of shared identity with British subjects, leading some to maintain their loyalty.