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What was Rockingham's stance on the American War of Independence?

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Answer

As an opponent of the American War of Independence, Rockingham held that the war was both unconstitutional and unjust. He argued that the British Parliament lacked the authority to impose taxes on the American colonies without their consent. Moreover, he maintained that the war was counterproductive, as it would ultimately lead to the loss of the colonies and damage Britain's economy.
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