In the Corner Back By the Woodpile #269: American History Homework I - Pushing the Colonists Toward Revolution

America’s separation from Britain is often simplified by both those with enthusiastic and cynical motivations. But the years leading up to July 4^th, 1776 were complicated, replete with hope, disgust and sacrifice. On this episode we talk about the Stamp Act and other actions on the part of Parliament that ultimately pushed the often fractious American colonists towards unity, rebellion and finally revolution.

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