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virginia house of burgesses

The Virginia House of Burgesses was the first elected legislative assembly in the American colonies, established in 1619. It marked the beginning of self-governance in colonial Virginia.

headright system

A land allocation method used in the Virginia colony in the 17th century that granted land to settlers who paid for their passage or helped populate the colonies by bringing in indentured servants.

navigation act

A series of laws passed by the British Parliament in the 17th and 18th centuries to regulate colonial trade and ensure that it benefited England's economy.

Mercantilism

An economic theory that promotes government regulation of a nation's economy to augment state power, emphasizing the importance of maximizing exports and minimizing imports.

Bacon’s rebellion

An armed rebellion in 1676 by Virginia settlers led by Nathaniel Bacon against Governor William Berkeley's administration, which they felt failed to protect them from Native American attacks.

Albany plan of union

A proposal put forth in 1754 that aimed to create a unified government for the Thirteen Colonies to coordinate defense and strengthen relations with Native American tribes.

sons of liberty

A grassroots organization formed in the American colonies in response to British taxation and policies, advocating for colonial rights and opposing British rule.

valley forge

The site where the Continental Army, led by General George Washington, camped during the winter of 1777-1778. It was marked by hardship, training, and resilience, significantly impacting the army's effectiveness in the Revolutionary War.

daniel morgan

A prominent American general during the Revolutionary War, known for his leadership in the Battle of Cowpens and his effective use of guerrilla tactics against British forces.

francis marion

An American military officer known as the "Swamp Fox" for his elusive tactics in the Revolutionary War. He played a crucial role in the Southern campaigns against British troops.

saratoga

The turning point battle in 1777 during the Revolutionary War, where American forces defeated the British, leading to France formally supporting the colonies.

articles of confederation

The first constitution of the United States, adopted in 1781, which established a confederation of sovereign states and a weak central government. It was later replaced by the U.S. Constitution in 1789 due to its inefficiencies.

Shays rebellion

A series of protests in 1786-1787 by American farmers against state and local enforcement of tax collections and judgments. It highlighted the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and led to calls for a stronger central government.

constitutional convention

A meeting held in 1787 in Philadelphia where delegates from the thirteen original states met to create a new constitution, addressing the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation.

federalist vs anti federalist

The Federalists supported a strong central government and the ratification of the Constitution in 1787, while the Anti-Federalists opposed it, fearing that it would undermine states' rights and individual liberties.