British taxation refers to the various taxes imposed by the British government on the American colonies during the colonial period. These taxes were seen as unfair and unjust by many colonists.
Related terms
Stamp Act: The Stamp Act was a tax imposed on printed materials in the colonies, such as newspapers and legal documents.
Sugar Act: The Sugar Act was a tax on imported sugar and molasses, which affected merchants and manufacturers who relied heavily on these goods.
Townshend Acts: The Townshend Acts were a series of taxes imposed by Britain on imported goods such as glass, lead, paint, paper, and tea.