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Stamp Act
As a means to raise revenue for the British Government, the Stamp Act requires a tax on all legal documents, newspapers, pamphlets, and many other goods. Leads to a storm of protests. -
The Declaratory Act
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Townshend Acts
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Boston Massacre
The Boston Massacre was a signal event leading to the Revolutionary War. It led directly to the Royal Governor evacuating the occupying army from the town of Boston. It would soon bring the revolution to armed rebellion throughout the colonies. -
Gaspee Affair
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Boston Tea Party
Boston Tea Party Organized by the Sons of Liberty, the Boston Tea Party was a rebellion organized against the British Tax on Tea. -
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First Continental Congress
Meets in Philadelphia to discuss a response to the Intolerable Acts. Develops the Association. -
Midnight Ride of Paul Revere
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Lexington & Concord
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George Washington Named Commander in Chief
