Of Colonial Independence
Colonies develop in America Jamestown (1609)
Decades of Salutory Neglect (1640’s-1660’s) England embroiled in Civil War
Colonies develop on own Maryland Annapolis Virginia Williamsburg Georgetown
maintained ultimate responsible for colonial policy Policies toward the Colonies: Parliament: maintained ultimate responsible for colonial policy
Ship and Trade Restrictions England had established a Mercantilist system Navigation Acts: 1660’s Ship and Trade Restrictions
England protects colonies in war with France (1756-1763) Indians vs.
England needs help to pay for war: TAXES COLONIES Stamp Act (1765)
Rebellion!
Reaction Philadelphia
We, the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect Union….