As British government controlled the thirteen colonies, Americans had begun to develop their own American culture. They sought to do all they could to decline rule, including protests and other acts of refusal. After unfair and unjust British laws, along with insufferable British rule, and the diversity in culture in America, they attained a new sense of identity and unity. Around 1763, these American colonies were brought under a British policy known as salutary neglect. This …showed first 75 words of 547 total…

…showed last 75 words of 547 total…diverse country built on the grounds of equality and liberty for all men. Many people fought and were even willing to die for the freedom of their country, including the famous Patrick Henry. “I know not what course others may take; but as for me give me liberty or give me death!" During the Revolution, America came to show the world that strong will and endurance would prevail, and the outcome: a unique, diverse nation.