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Causes of the American Revolution - Coggle Diagram
Causes of the American Revolution
13 British Colonies (1754)
This event shows that the founding of the 13 colonies established an American identity because the colonists started to see themselves as separate people from Britain. This started them on the path to wanting independence when Britain was oppressing them.
French and Indian War (1754-1763)
It can be inferred that the resentment towards British taxation after the war increased the colonists' desire for independence as they felt unfairly burdened despite their contributions to the war effort.
Proclamation of 1763
This shows the colonists' growing frustration with British rule by highlighting their desire for expansion and autonomy, which was prevented by the Proclamation of 1763.
The Stamp Act (1765)
This indicates that the Stamp Act united colonists against Britain's tyranny since it was a direct tax imposed without their consent, leading to organized resistance and a push for independence.
Townshend Duties (1767)
This illustrates how the Townshend Duties intensified colonial hatred by demonstrating the British government's continued attempts to exert control over the colonies through taxation without representation.
Boston Massacre
This reveals the rising violence and tensions between the colonists and the British authorities, indicating that such confrontations were important in creating public opinion toward independence.
Boston Tea Party (1773)
This suggests that the Boston Tea Party was a critical turning point as it showed the colonists' to take action against the British policies, reinforcing their desire for independence.
Intolerable Acts (1774)
This highlights the colonists' growing unity and resistance by showing how the Intolerable Acts prompted action and further calls for independence.
Common Sense (1776)
This supports the idea that "Common Sense" played a crucial role in shaping revolutionary sentiment because it articulated the anger of the colonists and provided an argument for independence.
Declaration of Independence (1776)
This confirms the entire mix of colonial frustrations and desire by marking a decisive step towards independence and separation, which was the ultimate goal of the colonials.
