The American Revolution originated from a protest against taxes imposed by the British Parliament, evolving into a rebellion that ultimately led to the creation of the United States.
The Seven Years' War left Britain with a massive war debt, prompting Parliament to impose new taxes on the Thirteen Colonies, inciting unrest and contributing to the Revolution.
Prior to the imposition of taxes, Parliament practiced 'salutary neglect,' allowing colonies to manage their own affairs, which shaped a strong sense of American identity.
Each colony, influenced by its unique foundational circumstances, maintained distinct identities, such as the Puritanism in New England or the tobacco economy in Virginia, laying groundwork for unity.
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