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Steps to Independence: America's Revolution for Freedom

This chapter explores the American Revolution, from the emergence of colonies as an independent nation to the breakdown of political trust with Britain. It delves into key events like the Stamp Act, Boston Tea Party, and Declaration of Independence, highlighting the struggle for liberty and sovereignty. Analyzing military victories, ideological influences, and societal structures, it showcases how America paved the way for independence through defiance and unity.

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Steps to Independence: America's Revolution for Freedom

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  1. Chapter 5The American Revolution Colonies emerge as an independent nation Military Victory

  2. Breakdown of political Trust George III Parliamentary sovereignty No taxation w/o Rep Only colonial assemblies could tax Americans Ideas about Power and Virtue John Locke-”Commonwealth” I. Structure of Colonial Society

  3. Paying off National Debt 1764-Sugar Act Popular Protest Sons of Liberty Stamp Act Congress Failed Attempt Declaratory Act of 1766 Tension bubbles Eroding the Bonds of Empire

  4. D. Fueling the Crisis Townshend Acts Defiance E. Fatal show of Force Boston-Mar 5, 1770 Lord North-repeal F. Last Days of the Old Order 1770-1773 Semblance of tranquility Radicals-Samuel Adams G. The Final Provocation: The Boston Tea Party (just for you Lauren!) 1773-Tea Act Boston-Dec. 1773 Coercive Acts Franklin’s Plan …bonds of Empire (cont)

  5. First Continental Congress September 1774 A. Shots Heard around the World April 19, 1775-Lexington, MA. B. Beginning “The World over again” 2nd Continental Congress Thomas Paine-”Common Sense” July 2, 1776-Independence JULY 4, 1776-Declaration of Independence III. Steps toward Independence

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