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What happened to the Loyalists after the war?
The loyalists were individuals that lived within the colonies yet still gave their loyalty to the British. After the Revolutionary War many of the loyalist left the colonies to live in Canada territories.
Throughout the American Revolution about 28000 Loyalists went to where?
canada
How did the british government assist the loyalists to settle in Canada?
After the American Revolution, the British government helped loyalists to settle in Canada. The British government offered them Canadian land in exchange for their service.
How did the American Revolution affect Canadian history?
Canada was greatly enriched by the many new Canadian citizens it had gained because of the influx of so many Loyalist British who chose to move to Canada after the American Revolution. It is true that a small number went home to England and a few Southern Loyalists made a new start in the Caribbean and they took thousands of slaves with them.
What challenges did the loyalists go through getting to Canada?
The American Loyalists who attempted to flee to Canada faced many troubles, but the most prominant would be persecution; because loyalists were seen as traitors to America, they were subject to brutal treatment, both physical and verbal, wherever they went. Loyalists also had trouble finding jobs or places to stay. in Canada, their situation did not improve.
