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Proclamation of (1763)
Issued by the British, it prohibited colonists from settling west of the Appalachian Mountains, leading to resentment and eventual independence movements. The proclamation was an attempt to stabilize relations with Native American tribes and avoid costly conflicts on the frontier. -
Sugar Act (1764)
Introduced a tax of 3 pence per pound on sugar and increased enforcement measures, prompting colonial resistance and stricter British policies. It aimed to raise revenue to cover the costs of defending the colonies after the French and Indian War. -
The Stamp Act of (1765)
Required purchase and affixing of stamps on various documents, provoking widespread American discontent, protests, and eventual repeal in 1766, contributing to the formation of the Sons of Liberty. This act marked a significant escalation in tensions between the colonies and Britain over taxation without representation. -
Quartering Act (1765)
Mandated American colonies to provide housing and supplies for British troops, met with widespread evasion and disputes over legality, prompting amendments in 1774 after resistance by colonies like New York. Colonists viewed this act as a violation of their rights and privacy within their own homes. -
Townshend Acts (1767)
Named after Charles Townshend, these acts imposed indirect taxes on imported goods like tea, glass, and paper, intensifying colonial tensions and protests against British control and revenue-raising measures. The Townshend Acts were part of Britain's strategy to assert its authority over the colonies following the repeal of the Stamp Act.