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A History of Christian Nationalism
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Unity in Diversity: The Protestant Landscape
The diverse spectrum of Protestant denominations among early American settlers reveals the complexities of religious identity and conflict. New England's Puritans, Southern Anglicans, and various other groups like Quakers and Lutherans not only exemplified the breadth of Protestantism but also highlighted the tensions that existed between these factions. The absence of a unified Christian doctrine complicated the possibility of establishing a national church, raising critical questions about which denomination would take precedence. This historical context suggests that while the framers of American principles operated within a Christian milieu, they faced significant challenges in reconciling the varied expressions of Christianity present during that era.
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