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Tories were people during the American Revolutionary War who were loyal to King George. Many times they were called Loyalists. In modern day UK, Tories are considered to be members of the Conservative Party.
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∙ 14y agoTory/Tories are a traditional political philosophy and political party which was established in Britain after the War of the Three Kingdoms. It is well known for the Tory party in England. Tories also exist in many Commonwealth nations and is particularly well known in Canada.
Loyalists during the US revolution in 1776 were essentially Tories.
Tories advocate the monarchy of England, are usually Anglicans/Episcopals, and conservative political ideals.
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Englishmen who opposed King James the second?
Whigs
Who were the Patriots Loyalist Tories and Neutral?
The Tories were - Loyalists The Patriots were - Rebels No Neutral team
Term by which the American patriots were commonly known to distinguish them from the American tories?
Whigs. Tories were the Loyalists.
What are some other names for Loyalists?
they were called Tories,Lobster backs, and Redbacks for the great red coats.
The difference between Whigs and Tories?
The Whigs wanted independence from Britain while the Tories didn't think independence was necessary. The Tories (or Loyalists) didn't want to have to worry about fending for themselves. They weren't ready for independence.
Who did the Tories side with?
The Tories sided with Britain.
What is a nickname for progressive conservative party?
the Tories
Englishmen who opposed King James the second?
Whigs
Where can one find information on tories?
One can find information on Tories (British Political Party) from: Wikipedia, Conservatives, Blogging Tories, Tories Fighting For The King, History Learning Site, Conservative Homes.
Why were Tories called Tories?
The MP's that became known as the Tories were the King's allies in parliament. The Whigs, who were the opposition nicknamed the government 'Tories' originally as an insult after a notorious band of thieves and bandits from Donegal in Ireland.
Who were the Patriots Loyalist Tories and Neutral?
The Tories were - Loyalists The Patriots were - Rebels No Neutral team
Term by which the American patriots were commonly known to distinguish them from the American tories?
Whigs. Tories were the Loyalists.
How did the tories get their name?
by the king
What were the names of loyalists?
tories
Who won in the Battle of Moore's creek Bridge was it the whigs or the tories?
the tories won the battle of moore's creek bridge
What are some other names for Loyalists?
they were called Tories,Lobster backs, and Redbacks for the great red coats.
The best estimate of the proportion of Patriots and Tories during the war for independence is that?
Patriots were more numerous than Tories, but large numbers of Americans were indifferent.
