INTRO: Video we Played in Class…
Different
Perspectives to
Look at
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Loyalists
Patriots
Indigenous
Enslaved People
Women’s Experiences
Religious Minorities
Recent Immigrants
Ideas to consider: Should the colonies remain loyal
to the British Crown or seek independence?
LOYALIST POV
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What are the benefits of remaining loyal to
the British Crown?
How does loyalty to Britain provide
economic stability and security?
What are the consequences of rebellion
against British rule?
PATRIOT POV
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What are the benefits of seeking
independence from Britain?
How does independence promote
freedom and self-governance?
What are the consequences of staying
under British control?
INDIGENOUS POV (Leader/Spokesperson)
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How would alliances with either the British /
Patriots impact their lands and sovereignty
What are the effects of colonial expansion on
Indigenous territories and cultures?
Perspective on promises made by both sides
regarding land and autonomy
WOMENS’ POV (Loyalist or Patriot)
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Important roles and contributions of women in
supporting the war effort
How political changes may affect their daily lives
and rights
The impact of war on families and communities
from a woman’s pov
Considerations Cont’d
RECENT IMMIGRANTS POV
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Reasons for recent immigration to either support the British
Crown or seek independence
Economic opportunities and challenges faced as new
settlers
How political in/stability influences their decision to stay
loyal or rebel
RELIGIOUS MINORITIES POV
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Religious freedom and persecution under British rule vs.
potential for increased freedom in an independent America
Ethical implications of war and violence from a pacifist pov
Support for neutrality or support for one side based on
religious beliefs and practices
ENSLAVED PEOPLE’S POV
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Promise of freedom offered by
the British for fighting on their
side vs. ideals of liberty and
equality promoted by the
Patriots
Harsh realities of enslavement
and hope for a better future
Impact of the war on their lives
and opportunities for freedom
Where do I start?
Here are some excellent resources and links to start you off, depending on the people you will be researching:
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Your textbook at school (could be missing some perspectives)
LOYALISTS
1. The Canadian Encyclopedia: Overview of Loyalists in Canada
2. The Loyalist Collection (University of New Brunswick): Digital resources, land grants, petitions, and letters
3. Library and Archives Canada: Documents on Loyalist history
4. The Loyalist Directory (United Empire Loyalists’ Association of Canada): Lists and information on Loyalists
5. Archive.org: Historical works on American colonies
6. Journal of the American Revolution: Articles on Loyalists and the American Revolution
INDIGENOUS PERSPECTIVES
1. Library and Archives Canada - Indigenous Peoples: Offers various resources on Indigenous history, including
treaties, land claims, and cultural heritage
2. The Canadian Encyclopedia - Indigenous Peoples: Provides detailed articles on the history and culture of
Indigenous peoples in Canada
More Resources
ENSLAVED PEOPLE
1. Library and Archives Canada - Black Loyalists: Offers resources on the history of Black Loyalists, including land grants and
personal letters
2. The Canadian Encyclopedia - Black Loyalists: Provides information on the experiences of Black Loyalists during the American
Revolution
WOMEN’S EXPERIENCES
1. Library and Archives Canada - Women's History: Offers resources on the history of women in Canada, including personal
letters and diaries
2. The Canadian Encyclopedia - Women in Canadian History: Provides articles on the roles and contributions of women in
Canadian history
RELIGIOUS MINORITIES
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Library and Archives Canada - Religious History: Offers resources on the history of religious minorities in Canada, including
Quakers and Mennonites
2. The Canadian Encyclopedia - Religious Minorities: Provides information on the history and contributions of religious
minorities in Canada
And even more!
RECENT IMMIGRANTS
1. Library and Archives Canada - Immigration History: Offers resources on the history of immigration to Canada, including
personal letters and immigration records
2. The Canadian Encyclopedia - Immigration: Provides articles on the history and impact of immigration in Canada
PATRIOTS
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Honouring Our Patriots - Educational Initiative: This initiative provides resources on African American, American Indian, and
multiracial contributors to the American Revolution. It includes scholarly books, monographs, articles, genealogy guides, and more.
American Revolution Institute - Online Databases: The American Revolution Institute offers open access to databases like
American Archives and Chronicling America, which provide valuable materials documenting the events of the American Revolution
Library of Congress - American Revolution Resources: The Library of Congress has extensive collections on the American
Revolution, including primary sources and digital archives
Making the Revolution: America, 1763-1791 - Primary Sources: This collection offers an expansive array of primary sources to
enhance classroom study of the American Revolutionary period