The British (specifically the King) put taxes on the colonists because England had just fought in a war and needed to pay off their war debts. They created new taxes to get more money.
Patrick Henry spoke to the House of Burgesses. The Sons of Liberty was formed. Colonists boycotted British goods. The Stamp Act was passed.Take your pick ;)
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