Tyranny: This term refers to oppressive and unjust rule by a single leader or government. The colonists saw King George III's proclamations as examples of tyranny.
Declaration of Independence: The document adopted by the Second Continental Congress in 1776, which listed grievances against King George III and declared independence from British rule.
Stamp Act: An example of one of the unpopular policies imposed through proclamation by King George III that required certain printed materials in the colonies to bear a government stamp, leading to widespread protests.