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It was this that rendered the Revolution inevitable; the struggle was a revolt against the whole mental attitude of Britain in regard to America, rather than against any one special act or set of acts.
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gutenberg.orgEditor's note · Context
This quote emphasizes that the American Revolution was driven by a broader discontent with British attitudes rather than specific grievances.
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