2.) independence for this was the time during the French and Indian war
Answer:
Europe, Africa, and the Americas
Explanation:
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Among the purged there were experts in industry, economics, engineering, and many of their most talented writers and thinkers. The victims included most of the nations military leaders and half of its military officers.

Mostly because they didn't want to upset or worry the people they were sending the letter to, however they also didn't want to admit it to themselves.