16 mai 1773 - Tea Act of 1773
Description:
British place a tax on tea imports to help lower the cost of the colonial government and the tea company’s debt (in India). Colonist had to buy tea at a higher price which angered the colonist.Causes the Boston Tea Party.
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Date:
16 mai 1773
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 252 ans