Acts of Defiance and Early American History

These flashcards cover key concepts related to acts of defiance leading to the American Revolution, significant legal developments, and social policies in early American history.

Bacon's Rebellion

An armed uprising in colonial Virginia led by Nathaniel Bacon against Governor Berkeley over Native American policy.

Glorious Revolution

The 1688 political revolution that ended absolute monarchy in England and established a constitutional monarchy.

William of Orange

The Protestant ruler invited by English leaders to intervene during the Glorious Revolution.

English Bill of Rights (1689)

A landmark document that limited the power of the monarchy, established Parliament's supremacy, and guaranteed individual rights.

Zenger Trial

A landmark court case in colonial America that established the principle of freedom of the press.

Slave Codes

Legal rules that defined enslaved Africans as property and gave enslavers total authority over them.

Stono Rebellion

The largest slave uprising in colonial America where enslaved people gathered, killed white colonists, and attempted to march to Florida.

Salutary Neglect

An informal British policy during the 17th and early 18th centuries where colonial laws were loosely enforced, allowing a high degree of self-government.

Navigation Acts

A series of British trade laws passed in the 17th century to control colonial commerce and benefit England.