S1E5 - The American Revolution: From Loyal Subjects to Rebels

In Episode 5 of Star-Spangled Studies, Dr. G unpacks the radical shift from proud British subjects (post-1763) to bold American rebels. Topics covered include:• Aftermath of the Seven Years’ War and imperial debt• Royal Proclamation of 1763 and colonial backlash• Stamp Act upheaval and “No Taxation Without Representation”• Intersection of the Great Awakening & Enlightenment ideas• Boston Massacre, Tea Party & Intolerable Acts• Thomas Paine’s Common Sense and the Declaration of Independence• Key battles, Franco-American alliance & Yorktown victory• Loyalists, women & the paradox of slavery in a revolution of liberty**Links & Resources:**– Instagram: [@star_spangled_studies](https://www.instagram.com/star_spangled_studies)– Facebook: [Star-Spangled Studies](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576389415625)