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Set duties on molasses and sugar imported by colonists.
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The colonists suffered a constant shortage of of currency with which to condust trade. Many of the colonists felt no alternative to printing their own paper money in the form of Bills of Credit.
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This act required colonists to pay for an official stamp, or seal, when they bought paper items.
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Under the terms of the legislation, each colonial assembly was directed to provide for the basic needs of soldiers stationed within its borders.
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This was the first battle of the Revolutionary War. It ended in minutes with only a few volleys fired, The British were froced to retreat to Boston.
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A famous conflict that was actually launced at Breed's HIll. The British won with a tragic victory.
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The British failed to use their powerful navy effectively during the war. The American troops seized the main supply fort on the island.
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Formally announced the colonies break from Great Britain.
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The Battle of Saratoga in New York was the turning point of the Revolutonary War. It was the greatest victory yet for the Americans.
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Washington and his men had very few supplies. Many with no shirts or shoes. Washington and his men had won.
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The Batlle of Yorktown was the last major battle of the American Revolution, and the Americans had won.
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Great Britain recognized the independence of the United States.
