Certainly! Here are the descriptions sorted by the sides colonists took during the American Revolution:
Patriots (Colonists who supported independence)
- Believed in the rights of the colonies to govern themselves.
- Wanted to break away from British rule and establish an independent nation.
- Engaged in protests and boycotts against British goods.
- Formed groups such as the Sons of Liberty.
- Supported the Continental Army and fought against British forces.
Loyalists (Colonists who remained loyal to Britain)
- Believed in maintaining the ties with the British Crown.
- Supported British rule and policies.
- Often faced hostility from Patriot neighbors.
- Some Loyalists served as soldiers in the British army.
- Feared the instability that independence could bring.
If you have specific descriptions you would like me to sort, please share them!