The Loyalist Perspective

The Loyalist perspective refers to the viewpoint of people who remained loyal to Britain during the American Revolution. They believed in maintaining strong ties with the British crown, valuing order, stability, and economic connections. Loyalists often felt that independence could lead to chaos or diminish their rights and property. They saw themselves as patriots in support of law and tradition, even if their views conflicted with revolutionary ideas. After the war, many Loyalists faced social and economic challenges, and some migrated to Canada or other British territories to escape persecution.