The lead up to the eventual revolt by the colonists was caused by the “radical” imperialist actions of Great Brittan. The British government became too strict on the economics in the colonies, forcing the stamp acts, and only allowing the colonies to trade with them. The economic problems in the Colonies were some of the greatest factors during the rise of the American Revolution due to the colonist want to be represented in parliament, but were unable due to the inability to hold office in England. During this time in American history is when the phrase “ no taxation, without representation” was coined. The want for economic freedom was a leading factor for Americas eventual declaration of independence, but definitely not the only factor. Along with the economics in the Colonies taking a turn for the worst in the eyes of the colonists, the people living here began to be treated disrespectfully by the British soldiers living
The lead up to the eventual revolt by the colonists was caused by the “radical” imperialist actions of Great Brittan. The British government became too strict on the economics in the colonies, forcing the stamp acts, and only allowing the colonies to trade with them. The economic problems in the Colonies were some of the greatest factors during the rise of the American Revolution due to the colonist want to be represented in parliament, but were unable due to the inability to hold office in England. During this time in American history is when the phrase “ no taxation, without representation” was coined. The want for economic freedom was a leading factor for Americas eventual declaration of independence, but definitely not the only factor. Along with the economics in the Colonies taking a turn for the worst in the eyes of the colonists, the people living here began to be treated disrespectfully by the British soldiers living