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Conflict between British colonies and the French with Native American allies.
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The British raised taxes on sugar, molasses, and other goods. -
A set of acts that were passed to help pay for the expenses of governing the British colonies in the Americas. This included taxes on things such as glass, lead, paint, paper, and tea. This eventually led to protests, boycotts, and, on a more serious note, the Boston Massacre.
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British soldiers shot 5 protesters and repealed most taxes.
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Men dumped tea into Boston Harbor after the British made their tea tax-free.
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The first major battle of the revolution, the British win, but they lose 1,000 men.
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Pivotal point in the Revolutionary War for America.
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The British victory gave control of the southern colonies back to the British.
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The British surrendered, and Parliament voted to end the war.
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Signed in 1783 and officially declared the United States a free country.