Partly because Anglicans tended to be pro-British, the Anglican Church became the Episcopal Church after the American Revolution.

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Anglicans in America had strong ties to Britain, and during and after the American Revolution, many Anglicans remained loyal to the British Crown. As a result, the Church of England in America was seen as a symbol of British influence and authority, which made it difficult for it to gain widespread support among Americans. In an effort to establish its independence and appeal to a broader audience, the Church changed its name to the Episcopal Church in 1789.

Partly Because Anglicans Tended to Be Pro-British, the Anglican Church