Identity in American Revolution - Mark E. Bailey - Bog

The American Revolution brought about a profound crisis of identification as the new nation struggled to distinguish its citizens and define its identity amidst political divisions that lacked outward distinctions. This crisis extended to individuals seeking citizenship and those caught in the conflict's periphery. Consequently, marginalized groups seized this opportunity to claim control over their own identities, while those asserting authority faced challenges in maintaining control during times of civil war and revolution.