Question

American Revolution or a Civil War?

Objectives:

Understand and discuss the purpose of the American Revolution

Understand that the American Revolution was a war fought between colonies established by another country

You must find and cite for resources a minimum of two (2) essays written by Americans that support your point of view.

Answer 1

The American Revolution, while not often called a civil war by modern historians, was referred to as a civil war in its first year, until William Henry Drayton, South Carolina's chief justice, first used the term "American Revolution" in 1776. One major difference between the two terms is length.

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

The American Revolution, while not often called a civil war by modern historians, was referred to as a civil war in its first year, until William Henry Drayton, South Carolina's chief justice, first used the term "American Revolution" in 1776. One major difference between the two terms is length.