Did Americans in 1776 have British accents?
Reading David McCullough’s 1776, I found myself wondering: Did Americans in 1776 have British accents? If so, when did American accents diverge from British accents?
The answer surprised me.
I’m totally fascinated by this.
Actually already knew that, but it’s a fact that just amuses me so much.
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The British affected a non-rhotic accent before affecting a non-rhotic accent was cool.
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