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») Historians believe there were about 500,000 Loyalists in the United States at the start of
e Revolutionary War. What happened to them after the war?
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Some moved to other countries, and others decided to support the United
States.
Nearly all of them were killed during the war.
They were all placed in prison by the new United States government.
They kept fighting against the United States until the end of the Civil War.



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In the context of the American Revolution, when considering the fate of the Loyalists (those who remained loyal to the British Crown), historians believe that after the war: 1. Some Loyalists moved to other countries seeking refuge or to continue their allegiance to the British Empire. 2. Others among the Loyalists chose to support the newly formed United States, integrating into the society despite their previous loyalty to Britain. It's important to note that while some Loyalists did face challenges and discrimination after the war, such as loss of property or social standing, they were not uniformly killed or imprisoned. The fate of the Loyalists varied depending on individual choices and circumstances. Understanding the complexities of post-Revolution outcomes for Loyalists sheds light on the diverse experiences and decisions made by individuals caught up in the aftermath of significant historical events.

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