Since the early seventeenth century to the start of the American Revolution, colonists developed a strong sense of unity and identity as Americans, as they came together to revolt against British oppression, ultimately affecting the development of the American political system, its economy, and its people. However, this did not signify that the colonies unified for the sole purpose of independence, rather the unification was also the result of many historical events, such as the Great Awakening, the Seven Year's War, and the end of England's salutary neglect. Eventually, American colonies…
