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Lecture 24: Sugar, Stamp, and Townshend Acts

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What happens when everyday goods like sugar, paper, and tea become symbols of oppression? In this episode, Sugar, Stamp, and Townshend Acts, we explore how Britain's attempts to raise revenue after the French and Indian War sparked outrage in the colonies. From taxes on newspapers and playing cards to duties on glass and paint, these acts weren't just about money—they were about control. Colonists pushed back with boycotts, protests, and fiery rhetoric about rights, laying the groundwork for a revolutionary movement. If you've ever wondered how frustration over small taxes snowballed into cries for independence, this episode connects the dots from Parliament's policies to America's rebellion.

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What happens when everyday goods like sugar, paper, and tea become symbols of oppression? In this episode, Sugar, Stamp, and Townshend Acts, we explore how Britain's attempts to raise revenue after the French and Indian War sparked outrage in the colonies. From taxes on newspapers and playing cards to duties on glass and paint, these acts weren't just about money—they were about control. Colonists pushed back with boycotts, protests, and fiery rhetoric about rights, laying the groundwork for a revolutionary movement. If you've ever wondered how frustration over small taxes snowballed into cries for independence, this episode connects the dots from Parliament's policies to America's rebellion.

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