Question

why did the american revolution almost fail in 1776?
there were many who stopped believing in the revolution causing a split between the north and the south.
there was disagreement about the declaration of independence which delayed its draft until october.
france stepped in to help great britain quell the revolution.
a well - organized british imperial army had returned and had won numerous military victories.

Explanation:

In 1776, the British had a well - organized imperial army. They returned and achieved many military victories. The American forces at that time were relatively less organized and faced difficulties against the British military might. The Declaration of Independence was adopted in July 1776, not delayed until October. France did not help Britain but later helped the Americans. There was no major split between north and south over belief in the revolution in 1776 that would cause it to almost fail.

Answer:

A well - organized British imperial army had returned and had won numerous military victories.