Why Florida stayed loyal to Britain during the American Revolution
Summary
During the American Revolution, Florida was made up of two British colonies, East Florida and West Florida, which stayed loyal to Britain instead of joining the fight for independence. After the war, Florida returned to Spanish control and later became part of the United States in 1821.Key Facts
- In 1776, Florida was divided into two British colonies: East Florida (capital St. Augustine) and West Florida (capital Pensacola).
- Both colonies remained loyal to Britain during the American Revolution and did not rebel.
- Florida was not heavily affected by British taxes like the Stamp Act, which angered other colonies.
- The British army protected Florida settlers from attacks by Native American tribes.
- West Florida declined an invitation to join the First Continental Congress in 1774.
- East Florida saw an influx of British loyalists fleeing rebel colonies in Georgia and the Carolinas.
- After the Revolution, Florida was given back to Spain until 1821.
- Florida became the 27th U.S. state in 1845.
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