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“No taxation without representation!” King George the third became more and more unpopular in America every time a new tax levied. He became determined to force America into obedience. -
The Boston Port Act, The Administration of Justice Act, The Massachusetts Government Act, The Quartering Act, The Quebec Act -
Drafted by Thomas Jefferson, established the United Stars as an independent Nation. “Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” -
The Americans and French trap General Cornwalli’s army at Yorktown, Virginia. -
Ended the American Revolution. Benjamin Franklin was the chief negotiator and territory much larger than just the 13 colonies was acquired -
Developed by the 2nd Continental Congress in 1977 and it set up a central government with a 1 house legislature (each state has 1 vote). Very stron, independent state governments were formed and very weak central government was also created. -
Many Americans were unhappy with the weakness of the new government under the Articles of Confederation. Thought it needed revised, but soon realized that America needed a whole new form of government. -
The first ten amendments of the constitution. Freedom of speech, right to bear arms, no quartering of soldiers in private homes, protection from unreasonable search and seizure, double jeopardy, speedy trial by jury, law suits of $20 or more, cruel and unusual punishment, constitutional law cannot be used to deny others their rights, constitution is subject to amendment and change.