Colonial Rebellion

Definition

Colonial rebellion refers to the act of resistance, opposition, or uprising by the American colonists against British rule during the period leading up to the American Revolution. It was a collective effort by the colonists to assert their rights and challenge the authority of King George III.

Related terms

Stamp Act: A tax imposed on American colonists by the British government on various printed materials, which was one of the key triggers for colonial rebellion.

Boston Tea Party: An iconic event where American colonists dumped tea into Boston Harbor in protest against British taxation policies.

Sons of Liberty: A secret society formed by American patriots who played a crucial role in organizing protests and acts of resistance against British rule.