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Historiographical Phases of the American Revolution
- Historians have grouped the histories of the American Revolution into distinct phases.
- These phases reflect evolving perspectives and access to information.
Non-Economic Roots of Revolution
- Economic factors didn't primarily cause the revolution; colonists were generally affluent.
- The revolution's origins lie in the leaders' thoughts and motivations, not economic hardship.
Pamphlets as Revolutionary Lenses
- Pamphlets offer diverse primary sources, from sermons to personal letters, revealing colonists' thoughts.
- These pamphlets, though varied in length and content, are crucial for understanding the revolution's ideological underpinnings.