"Taxation without representation" became a major issue, precipitating conflict between the colonists and Great Britain. 13 colonies in North America joined together to break free from the British Empire, combining to create the United States of America. They first rejected the authority of the parliament of great Britain to govern them from over seas without representation.
From:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Revolution
Tuesday, 9 December 2008
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