The American Revolutionaries

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. The seeds of the American Revolution were planted long before the first shots were fired. The relationship between the American colonies and Great Britain had always been complicated, marked by a growing sense of colonial autonomy. However, over time, this sense of independence began to evolve into a more defined desire for self-governance. The early years of the 18th century saw the British government exercise more control over its colonies, but it wasn’t until the mid-1700s that the tension truly began to build. One of the primary causes of the revolutionary sentiments was the issue of taxes. Following the French and Indian War, Britain found itself deeply in debt. The government looked to its American colonies as a source of revenue. The introduction of the Sugar Act in 1764, which taxed goods such as molasses and sugar, was one of the first signs of Britain's increasing intervention in colonial affairs. This was followed by the Stamp Act of 1765, which required colonists to purchase a stamp for every paper transaction, including newspapers and legal documents. These taxes were seen as an infringement on the rights of the colonists, who had no representation in the British Parliament. The phrase "no taxation without representation" became a rallying cry, symbolizing the colonists' growing dissatisfaction with British policies. The reaction to these acts was swift and intense. Colonists organized boycotts of British goods, forming groups like the Sons of Liberty, who were responsible for acts of protest and civil disobedience. The British government, in turn, responded by tightening its grip, passing the Townshend Acts in 1767, which taxed imports such as paper, paint, glass, and tea. Duration - 1h 39m. Author - Harry Montgomery. Narrator - Digital Voice Maxwell G. Published Date - Wednesday, 29 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Harry Montgomery ©.

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English