The British tried a similar narrative with the War of 1812, and we in America are still alive and kicking. I hope the same for Taiwan and their independence.
If you remember, the United States declared war on Britain, not the other way around. Britain also arguably won the war since the result was status quo ante bellum, which is all that Britain wanted since they were at war with France at the same time for over a decade.
Only the British and Americans weren't the same people (from a nationality perspective). Americans were merely British subjects -- from a hodge-podge of nationalities.
A split into two countries South / North post Civil War would be a better example.
> Only the British and Americans weren't the same people (from a nationality perspective). Americans were merely British subjects -- from a hodge-podge of nationalities.
That seems like a distinction without a difference for this topic.
Naga|7 years ago
jonathankoren|7 years ago
coldtea|7 years ago
A split into two countries South / North post Civil War would be a better example.
ardy42|7 years ago
That seems like a distinction without a difference for this topic.