American war of independence

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Where did the French Indian war take place

North America (New World)

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When did the seven year war take place?

1756-1763

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Why did the French indian war happen?

The french and British were fighting over land

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How did the the 7 year war impact the A.R.W?

The cost of this war put england in debt which caused them to place high taxes on their American colonies

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Where did the Boston massacre take place?

Boston, Massachusetts

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When did the Boston Massacre take place?

March 5, 1770

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Why did the Boston Massacre take

The colonists were upset about the high taxes and they were also upset with the English soldiers who enforced these taxes and many lives were lost

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How did Boston massacre affect a.r.w?

The colonists were upset and wanted to get rid of the English government

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When did the Boston tea party take place

December 16, 1773

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Why did the tea Party happen?

High taxes were placed on regular items like tea and they were upset

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How did the tea party impact the a.r.w?

It added to the tension already building in the colonies and britain added more laws which would lead them to their breaking point

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What are some acts imposed on the colonies?

The sugar act - 1764

The stamp act - 1765

The townshend act - 1767 & 1768

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When did the a.r.w. start and end?

1775 & 1783

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How was the Bahamas involved in the a.r.w?

  1. The Bahamas was near to the colonies and it was still a British colony

  2. American troops took our ammunition and supplies