Being a British American - Differences Between Colonial and British Society

Explore the unique characteristics of American colonial society in this 40-minute lecture from Yale University's course on the American Revolution. Examine the differences between 18th century British and colonial American societies through colonists' writings. Discover how the distinctive character of migrants, conditions of life in British America, and nature of colonial administration set the colonies apart. Delve into topics such as religiosity, diversity, risk-taking, landownership, voting rights, and the impact of the Great Awakening. Gain insights into the development of a British-American identity and the growing power of colonial legislatures. Access complete course materials on the Open Yale Courses website for a comprehensive understanding of this pivotal period in American history.

- Chapter 1. Introduction
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- Chapter 2. From Dr. Hamilton's Diary: Religiosity, Diversity, and Coloniality
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- Chapter 3. Risk-takers, Landowners, Voters: Life in British America
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- Chapter 4. Door Persuasions and Middling Society
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- Chapter 5. Free Will and Spiritual Equality: The Impact of the Great Awakening
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- Chapter 6. The Power of Colonial Legislatures and the British-American Identity
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