What is the signnificance of Colonel Harry Burwell's statement: "This is not a war for the independence of one or two colonies, but for the independence of one nation."?

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Emilee Rodriguez

31 August, 08:17

What is the signnificance of Colonel Harry Burwell's statement: "This is not a war for the independence of one or two colonies, but for the independence of one nation."?

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Jazmyn Fitzpatrick · Answer 1

Answer: The correct answer is : He is creating a unified nation to face the greatest land and sea power in the world.

Explanation: Burwell fought alongside George Washington. Burwell also encouraged voting for war to value independence. Colonies had repeatedly petitioned King George and Britiain's Parliament to repeal various taxes and to sit down and negotiate liveable and workable taxation terms.