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Why did the American colonies fight against Britain? Please explain your answer.

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Answer:

To gain independence

Step-by-step explanation:

The colonists fought the British because they wanted to be free from Britain. They fought the British because of unfair taxes. They fought because they didn't have self-government. When the American colonies formed, they were part of Britain.

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