What caused the colonists to develop an identity as Americans?

Explanation:

Decades of domestic conflict and neglect by the British government forced the colonists to develop strategies for self government. The long distances and lack of communication between the colonies contributed to the development of separate identities.

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explanation:

texas governor sam houston opposed secession, but was unable to prevent it. in this speech, given prior to lincoln's election, he presents the argument that slavery would be safer within the united states than outside of it. it was a prescient argument, and one held by several other southern leaders.

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