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The Colonists wanted independence from Great Britain because the king created unreasonable taxes, those taxes were created because Britain just fought the French and Indians. England decided that since they fought on American soil, then it was only fair to make Colonists pay for it.
By issuing the Declaration of Independence, adapted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, the 13 American colonies served their political connections to Great Britain. While perhaps true, Franklin also hoped to convince the French to supply the colonists with aid. So basically to help with politics and independence. Hope this helped. Mark brainliest pleaseeee