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Britain imposed a heavy tax on the colonies in 1775, causing widespread revolt among the people. On July 4, 1776, the people declared their independence from Britain, which initiated the Revolutionary War. This revolution ended on September 3, 1783, with the signing of the Treaty of Paris, with Britain recognizing the independence of the American colonies and the creation of the United States of America. There were 4435 Americans KIA, and 6188 WIA. Estimated cost of war $101,100,000.
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