The Justice and Necessity of Taxing the American Colonies, Demonstrated by Unknown
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About this eBook
| Author | Unknown |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Justice and Necessity of Taxing the American Colonies, Demonstrated Together with a Vindication of the Authority of Parliament |
| Note | Reading ease score: 51.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Ernest Schaal, Jana Srna and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Summary | "The Justice and Necessity of Taxing the American Colonies, Demonstrated" by Unknown is a historical account written in the mid-18th century, specifically around the time of the American Revolution. The book discusses the rationale behind the British Parliament's right to tax the American colonies, highlighting the importance of colonial trade to Britain's wealth and stability. It provides a perspective on the conflicting interests of Britain and the colonies during this tumultuous period. The content of this work centers on the argument that taxing the American colonies is justified and necessary for the mutual benefit of both parties. The author emphasizes Britain's role in defending the colonies during prior conflicts and argues that the financial burden of maintaining security should fall on the colonists. Through a series of rational points, it contends that colonies should not only accept taxation for their defense but also implies that the colonies should feel grateful for British support. The piece reflects the tensions between colonial autonomy and British authority, showcasing the complex political discourse leading up to the American Revolution. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E201: History: America: Revolution (1775-1783) |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Colonies -- America -- Administration |
| Subject | Great Britain. Stamp Act (1765) |
| Subject | Stamp duties -- Law and legislation -- Great Britain |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Causes |
| Subject | Taxation -- Great Britain -- Colonies |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 32463 |
| Release Date | May 20, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 115 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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