March 22
March 22
Stamp Act imposed on American colonies
In an effort to raise funds to pay off debts and defend the vast new American territories won from the French in the Seven Years’ War (1756‑1763), the British government…
A Year In History: 1765
This Year in History:
1765
Discover what happened in this year with HISTORY’s summaries of major events, anniversaries, famous births and notable deaths.
March 24
March 24
Parliament passes the Quartering Act
On March 24, 1765, Parliament passes the Quartering Act, outlining the locations and conditions in which British soldiers are to find room and board in the American colonies. The Quartering…
November 1
November 1
Parliament enacts the Stamp Act
In the face of widespread opposition in the American colonies, Parliament enacts the Stamp Act, a taxation measure designed to raise revenue for British military operations in America. Defense of…
