jun 29, 1767 - Townshend Act
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The Townhend Acts were multiple acts passed by the British Parliament in 1765. After the failure of the Stamp Act the British thought that Americans would accept indirect taxes. These acts imposed taxes on paper, paint, lead, glass, and tea imported into the colonies. These acts faced widespread opposition. The Americans in responce boycotted the taxed items and it caused civel unrest in boston
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