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they called themselves patriots because they were against British rule

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Q: Why did colonist call themselves patriots or loyalist?
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What are loyalists and what did the Americans call them and why if you can?

The loyalist were colonist that supported the crown (England).


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What did those who opposed the British taxes begin to call themselves?

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What caused colonists to call themselves patriots and loyalists?

Loyalists were loyal to King George and Britain while patriots wanted complete separation from the crown.


On what basis did Americans call themselves Patriots or Loyalists?

They had to face the decision of weather to support the British king or not.


What basis did Americans call themselves patriots or loyalists?

They had to face the decision of weather to support the British king or not.


What do you call colonists who support the British?

They were called Loyalists. Most loyalist moved to Canada after America prevailed in the Revolutionary War. People who did not have an opinion were Neutralists. People who were against the British were Patriots (thank god for them)


What caused colonists to call themselves Patriots or Loyalists?

The Declaration of Independence