The American Revolution was a transformative period marked by the clash of Liberalism and Republicanism against British monarchical control. Key events like the Stamp Act, Townshend Acts, Boston Tea Party, and Intolerable Acts fueled colonial dissent, leading to the Revolutionary War and the birth of a new nation.
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The British government's decision to transfer the costs of defense and administration to the American colonies through increased taxation sparked colonial unrest and dissatisfaction
Liberalism
The ideology of Liberalism, influenced by John Locke's writings, promoted the idea of government deriving its authority from the consent of the governed and the right of individuals to resist oppressive rulers
Republicanism
The ideology of Republicanism advocated for a government that was representative of the people and constrained by a constitution that protected fundamental rights
The implementation of various taxes, such as the Stamp Act and Townshend Acts, and the lack of colonial representation in the British Parliament, led to increased colonial opposition and resistance
The Boston Tea Party, a protest against the Tea Act, served as a defining event in the lead-up to the American Revolution and led to the enactment of the Intolerable Acts by the British government
The First Continental Congress, formed in response to the Intolerable Acts, aimed to coordinate a collective colonial response to British policies
Despite efforts at reconciliation, such as the Olive Branch Petition, the British government's refusal to negotiate and declaration of the colonies as in a state of rebellion led to the colonies declaring independence and the outbreak of war
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The ______ ______ occurred between 1765 and 1783, marking a significant shift in political and ideological norms in the British American colonies.
American Revolution
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The introduction of taxes in the ______ ______ without proper representation led to resistance and ultimately the American Revolution.
Thirteen Colonies
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Influence of John Locke on American Liberalism
Locke's ideas of government's authority from consent and natural rights inspired colonists against British rule.
