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Boston Tea Party

"Taxation without representation" occured when Britain levied many new taxes on American colonists without their consent. This was one of the factors that led to the American Revolution. Sources:http://www.earlyamerica.com/review/2005_winter_spring/boston_tea_party.htm

Created by: Stephen Puckette 2/11/09

Edited by Hannah Hollon 2/11/09 Edited by Charlie Baker 2/12/09