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In History / High School | 2014-04-17

George Grenville viewed the Stamp Act primarily as a means to?

Asked by Irmgard267

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George Grenville was a member of the Parliament who meant to bring all the money under the Crown. This included the monies from the Colonies since they were British at the time. This was to prove British had dominance over the Colonies and plantations.England was is debt after the 7 Years War and was looking for a way to clear the debt.

Answered by mortnc77 | 2024-06-10

George Grenville viewed the Stamp Act primarily as a means to raise revenue from the American colonies to pay off British debt, especially after the Seven Years' War. He aimed to assert parliamentary authority over the colonies, making them contribute financially to their governance. The Act led to significant colonial protests, igniting a movement against British taxation policies.
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Answered by mortnc77 | 2025-01-14