In the beginning, the Americans initially structured themselves under the …show more content…
The largest differences between the British and Americans are the wealth divides within these nations. After the Tenures Abolition act of 1660, which marked the end of feudalism in Britain, the middle class really started to rise. Unfortunately for the Americans, the middle class does not develop as well as in Britain by this time, and due to capitalist interests, there is a large wealth divide between the upper and lower class. This divide has been part of America’s history ever since the first settlement, however, it has not caused America to collapse thus far, so it must be working. The most recognizable difference at this time, is the difference in economy. The British are still very trade oriented while the Americans are exploring other options in industrialization, and manufacturing. This is due to the French and British blocking trade, and forcing the Americans to compensate for that loss. The Americans are much more progressive: innovators like Benjamin Franklin are advancing America’s technology and many other aspects at a far greater rate than the British. America opened the Bank of America, due to the urging of Alexander Hamilton which can be seen as a move to make more money, and increase the wealth divide, although at the time it was a great idea that would benefit almost everyone. The progressive ideas of