Outcome of the War
History: KS3, topic 12.1.6
Outcome of the War of Independence
After 1783, the United States of America was independent from British control.
A new government
- After 1783, the 13 Colonies was no longer ruled by King George III of Britain.
- Instead they elected a president, George Washington.
- The Colonies renamed themselves the 'United States of America'.
- The nation had to create their own government and learn how to rule themselves.
Lessons for the British Empire
- The American War of Independence showed that a nation will want more and more independence over time.
- The 13 colonies were one of many colonies in the British Empire to do this.
People leaving the United States of America
- Not everyone wanted to be in the new United States of America.
- Many people went to Canada as they still wanted to be part of the British Empire.
Test yourself on Outcome of the War
After 1783, who were the 13 Colonies no longer ruled by?
Where did some people go to if they still wanted to be part of the British Empire?