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Stamp Act
Colonist had to pay taxes on all printed material they used -
Britain started taxing tea because it was one of the most loved things -
Colonist ambushed a British boat carrying crates of tea and they dumped them on the sea -
Representatives from colonies gathered to discuss and decided to end trade with Britain and start a militia -
Britain attempted to seize colonial weapon but the militia responded with force -
The representantes had another meeting to discuss more thing about the war. They appointed George Washington as commander in chief -
Thomas Jefferson authored the Declaration of Independence -
It was one of the most important battles -
The French and Americans won leading to the British retreat -
Recognized USA as an independent nation -
Created a frame work for goverment, guaranteed individual liberties and protection against government -
Emphasized separation of powers