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may 29, 1765 - The House of Burgesses

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The House of Burgesses, Virginia’s colonial legislature, passes the Stamp Act Resolves, presented by newcomer Patrick Henry. During debates on the Resolves, he delivers a fiery speech criticizing the King.

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may 29, 1765
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~ 261 years ago

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