The Stamp Act Congress Explained: US History Review

The video explores the Stamp Act of 1765, a pivotal moment in American history when the British government imposed direct taxes on the American colonies, bypassing colonial assemblies. This led to widespread protests and the formation of the Stamp Act Congress, where representatives from nine colonies gathered to voice their opposition. The Congress debated the legality of direct versus indirect taxes, emphasizing 'no taxation without representation.' Despite British rejection of their grievances, the event marked the first unified colonial response, laying the groundwork for the American Revolution.

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