C due to the fact that they needed to do that
When you had to reload and someone was running at you, then you could have a great way to defend yourself. hope this helps, have an amazing day :)
Beating the french was a big deal because they were a super power.they also won the land of north america and canada.this angered the french and was one of the factors to the french helping the americans in the revolution.it essentially boosted power and ego
