American History

Reflecting on the question of which 13 British Colonies would I prefer to live, I feel that I have chosen Massachusetts as the appropriate place. The reason behind this is the locations rich history and heritage of early American life. Alongside Virginia, this is one of the earliest British settlements within the region and the place where the Mayflower Compact happened (Timepage, p.1). Similarly, despite the increasing tensions against the British rule, Massachusetts relatively was a peaceful territory compared to others. This then enabled peace to set in within and become a viable outcome for further growth and development particularly in the realm of agriculture.

On the other hand, George Washingtons role was significant during and after the revolution and made vital contributions to the development in American history. Despite his alleged failures in terms of leading Americans towards victory and ability to apply these tactics altogether, he was instrumental in shaping and unifying the nation in his own efforts. In the process, he proves his relevance with the way he seeks a balance between the public sphere and the needs of the nation (American Revolution Homepage, p.1). This involves in particular the way he communicates with politicians in supporting the endeavor of the revolution.

Similarly, with their victory, he also laid the groundwork in enhancing and cultivating the process of stabilizing the country. It was through his projects and brilliance in terms of balancing issues that he gained the trust of two politicians that differ in views concerning how America should be run (Jefferson and Hamilton) (American Revolution Homepage). Thus, his ability and keen to work in the background provided the necessary leverage to excel in what he does best. His exceptional capacity to carry out issues and balance them for the greater good justified his position as one of the most influential persons in American History.