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The Stamp Act was created to increase revenues in order to offset the cost of defending British colonies.
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Established British supremacy over colonial affairs.
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British soldiers opened fire on gathered American protesters.
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The Sons of Liberty, disguised as Native Americans, dumped tea into the harbor in an act of protest.
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The Sons of Liberty, disguised as Native Americans, dumped tea into Boston Harbor in protest.
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A large force of British troops defeated a small contingent of American Militia. This is the first battle of the war.
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Colonial victory over British forces in Boston. Victory increased support for American independence.
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The Second Continental Congress lays out the reasons for America seeking independence from Britain.
