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What impact did the American Revolution have on Georgia?

The American Revolution impacted Georgia culture. Revolutionary war veterans were granted land in Georgia. The Indians were controlled more and the colonists expanded.


Which colony did not send a representative?

Georgia was the only colony not to send a delegate to Philadelphia in 1774. Georgia declined to send delegates because they were hoping for British assistance with Native American problems on its frontier and did not want to upset the British.


Why was Samuel Worcester challenge the constitutionality of the Georgia act?

Samuel Worcester challenged the constitutionality of the Georgia act because it imposed restrictions on the rights of Native Americans and violated federal treaties that recognized their sovereignty. He argued that the state of Georgia lacked the authority to regulate interactions with Native Americans, as these matters fell under federal jurisdiction. Worcester’s case highlighted the conflict between state laws and federal treaties, ultimately leading to a significant Supreme Court decision affirming the rights of Native American tribes.


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What did casimir pulaski do?

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