mar 22, 1765 - Stamp Act
Description:
The British wanted to repay their war debt so they imposed a tax on colonist in which they would have to pay tax for every piece of printed paper. The concept enraged the colonists, who had no consent or say in paying those new taxes. Their lack of representation in British government greatly offended them. The colonists responded with petitions, violence, and the boycotting of British goods.Added to timeline:
Date:
mar 22, 1765
Now
~ 260 years ago