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Causes of the American Revolution: The Coercive Acts
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- Written by: Rick Brainard
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According to the Arthur Meier Schlesinger essay, A Popular Uprising, the Boston Tea Party was a "turning point in the course of events both in America and Britain. In both America and Britain, the merchants and moderates thought the destruction of private property as lawless. This act could not be ignored by any self-respecting government, and that those responsible should be punished." (p.89)
Causes of the American Revolution: The Tea Act and the Boston Tea Party
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In March 1770, Parliament repealed the Townshend Duties when the North ministry replaced the Pitt ministry. The only remaining duty was the duty on tea. Parliament kept the duty on tea at the request of the King to assert England's right to tax the Colonies.
Causes of the American Revolution: The Townshend Duties
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Charles Townshend would implement the new colonial policy in late 1766 in the form of the Townshend Duties.
Causes of the American Revolution: The Problem Begins
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The Battles of Lexington and Concord in the spring of 1775 marked the beginning of open hostilities between the Colonies and Britain. These battles culminated in difficulties between England and the American colonies.