Question

Based on our previous class discussion, the American YAWP and the readings below, why did the relationship between the colonists and Britain fall apart.

Answer 1

Answer/Explanation:

Some several reasons or factors led to the sour relationship between the colonists and Britain. However, the most prominent of them all was the imposition of arbitrary taxes on the colonies. After the French and Indian War, Britain sought ways to raise revenue to offset its war debts, so it decided to impose different taxes on the colonies. These taxes include the Stamp duty tax, the Tea tax, etc. The colonist objected to these arbitrary taxes on the ground that they had little or no representation in the parliament and were not supposed to be compelled to pay such taxes, but Britain insisted on the taxes. Also, Britain became more autocratic over the colonies. It passed and enforced arbitrary and selfish policies that were not favorable to the colonies. These events, amongst others, incited the colonies to start seeking independence from Britain. The last straw that broke the camels back was the action of Britain during the Boston Tea Party protest by the colonies. All these contributed to tearing apart the relationship between the colonists and Britain.