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Understanding how American democracy developed requires knowing a few very interesting pieces of American history.
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Some of the more interesting aspects:
Before 1760:
- the taming a wilderness and its price
- the character of the Americans
- our Common Law heritage
- the role of religion and religious freedom - a couple of surprises.
- the generous reliance on local government allowed American colonies by the English - before 1760.
- the attitude of England's Parliament to colonial commerce, its regulation and taxation. It started as one thing and developed into another. 1763 was a turning point.
1760 to 1800
- The English no longer turn a blind eye
- A few key acts of Parliament
- The King and his advisors are over their head
- Independence was off the table until July 1776
- The founders were scholars - and America their fortunate beneficiary.
- Equality of Condition among Americans
After 1800
This portal is the place to assign categories and pages that present and discuss the historical shaping of the United States.
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Morgan's Raiders entering Washington, Ohio in August, 1863
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