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.
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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.