The Declaration of Independence states that the colonists are upset that the King of England “has affected to render the Military independent of and superior to the Civil power.” Why did the founders find it necessary to point out the king’s action? A.
It did not adhere to Montesquieu’s principle of separation of powers.
B.
It ignored the agreements reached in the Olive Branch Petition.
C.
It violated their belief in the English principle of rule of law.
D.
It did not honor the requirements of the Petition of Right.