📕 Chapter 3: A Long and Illustrious History

3.4.7 The American colonies and independence

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By the mid-18th century, Britain had established 13 colonies along the east coast of North America. The colonists became increasingly unhappy with British rule, particularly the imposition of taxes without representation in Parliament ('no taxation without representation'). In 1776, the colonies declared independence, and after a war (the American War of Independence), Britain recognised American independence in 1783.

Key Facts

  • 13 British colonies in North America
  • 'No taxation without representation' — key grievance
  • Independence declared 1776; recognised by Britain 1783
The American colonies and independence
Illustration: The American colonies and independence

📝 Note de studiu

  • Principala nemulțumire a fost 'no taxation without representation' — taxe impuse fără reprezentare în Parliament.
    • 13 colonii British în North America
    • 'No taxation without representation' — nemulțumire cheie
    • Independența declarată 1776; recunoscută de Britain 1783
  • Coloniile americane au declarat independența în 1776.
    • 13 colonii British în North America
    • 'No taxation without representation' — nemulțumire cheie
    • Independența declarată 1776; recunoscută de Britain 1783
  • Britain a recunoscut independența americană în 1783.
    • 13 colonii British în North America
    • 'No taxation without representation' — nemulțumire cheie
    • Independența declarată 1776; recunoscută de Britain 1783

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