Tensions Ignite: The Prelude to Independence

This chapter examines the American War of Independence, tracing the political unrest that led to the conflict and the colonists' growing frustrations with British rule. It emphasizes the complexities behind the revolutionary motives, highlighting issues beyond taxation, such as trade and governance. The discussion culminates in the significance of the Stamp Act, which mobilized influential groups against British policies and marked a critical turning point in the struggle for American autonomy.