The Revolution depicted a period of political and ideological transformation in North America between 1765 and 1783. The Enlightenment and the Great Awakening were important events that facilitated the social change between settlers and British colonizers. Individuals became informed regarding knowledge of natural laws and human rights during the former period before 1715. The latter period was critical in reviving the spiritual significance of religion in pursuing human rights and liberties. Colonies in North America were considered commercial centers that enhanced political, social, and political development. Most importantly, the Enlightenment and Great Awakening events made the political Revolution possible by mobilizing individuals against the colonizers.
Social mobilization of public members is critical for starting a political revolution against an oppressive regime. Bringing people together for collective decision-making requires intellectual knowledge and leadership skills. In this context, the Enlightenment and the Great Awakening events facilitated the 1765 Revolution. For instance, the latter event brought individuals together using religious principles that guide moral and human values. Administrative officers implemented commercial policies among prominent businesspersons. This phenomenon, in turn, encouraged violation of human rights and freedoms in workplaces. The Great Awakening, nonetheless, provided an exclusive interpretation of religious teachings and knowledge in local churches. Most importantly, a revolution would not have taken place without social events that mobilized individuals against oppressive practices.
It was likely that a Revolution would occur in the colonies, especially after the Great Awakening began in the 18th century. Colonizers were intending to build economic and political empires using the slave trade. Captured individuals were used for forced labor and they endured social humiliation and corporal punishment, which degraded their human values. It is to state that colonies anticipated a revolution but lacked platforms for sufficient social mobilization of victims. The Enlightenment and the Great Awakening events were critical for initiating the Revolution which allowed individuals to pursue human rights and liberties among colonies.