Georgia was one of the last colonies to join the rebellion against British rule for several reasons. First, Georgia was a relatively new colony compared to others, having been established in 1733. Because of this, many of its settlers were still loyal to Britain and felt a strong connection to the Crown. Second, Georgia's economy relied heavily on trade with Britain, and many colonists were worried that rebelling would harm their livelihoods. Additionally, Georgia had many royal officials and Loyalists who opposed independence and wanted to maintain ties with the British government. Finally, the fear of Native American attacks and the need for British military support further discouraged many Georgians from joining the revolution right away. Overall, these factors combined made Georgia hesitant to join the fight for independence.
Read-Think-Write: Georgia in the Revolution
Watch The Big Question: To Join or Not to Join?
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1. Why was Georgia one of the last colonies to join in rebelling against British rule?
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