Reaction to Boston Tea Party (dec 16, 1773 – apr 1, 1774)
Description:
Cause: result of taxation without representation. American colonists believed Britain was unfairly taxing them to pay for expenses incurred during the French and Indian War.Effect: major act of defiance to British rule over the colonist. Showed Great Britain that Americans wouldn't take taxation and tyranny and rallied patriots across the 13 colonies to fight for independence.
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Date:
dec 16, 1773
apr 1, 1774
~ 3 months and 16 days