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Unit 5 – Civil War and Reconstruction, 1848–1877
Topic 5.1
How did the concepts of liberty differ between American colonists and British authorities leading up to the American Revolution?
Colonists emphasized individual freedoms while British authorities believed in balanced liberty that included social order.
Both parties shared identical understandings of liberty focusing on unregulated personal freedom.
Neither party prioritized liberty over maintaining social order and stability.
The British were more focused on individual liberties while the colonists advocated social balance.
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