Articles related to "British Constitution"

Four years before the Declaration of Independence, Samuel Adams wrote a document that contained many of the same ideas. The march toward independence was well on its way.

Revenue Act of 1764 (Molasses Act): George Grenville created a law that nullified "no taxation without representation" which British Constitution opposed - William Pitt

The judicial, or court, system is one of the three arms of most democratic societies. The others are the Executive (including the Civil Service) and the Legislative.

Benjamin Franklin, frustrated with failure to secure support in England, resorted to satire to succinctly state the Colonies' Grievances. Was he successful?

Many colonists did not favor separation from England nor agree with actions being taken. Gouverneur Morris of New York explained his objections to their approach.

The British Parliament's tax on tea was hated by the colonies. Resistance began in port cities, with the Sons of Liberty playing a major part.

Brief biography of Benjamin Disraeli, an Englishman and literary figure, member of the Conservative Party, best known for fictions Sybil and Vivian Grey.

The 2nd Continental Congress sought reconciliation with Great Britain. But on July 6, 1775 it passed a declaration saying it was necessary to fight their mother country.

Resistance to the high-handedness of the British parliament began with James Otis. He opposed the Writs of Assistance, and resigned his position rather than defend them.