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What was one significant outcome of the French and Indian War for Georgia?
What was one significant outcome of the French and Indian War for Georgia?
Which of the following acts was a major cause of discontent leading to the American Revolution?
Which of the following acts was a major cause of discontent leading to the American Revolution?
How did the Proclamation of 1763 impact Georgia?
How did the Proclamation of 1763 impact Georgia?
Which royal governor of Georgia is noted as the most capable during the period before the American Revolution?
Which royal governor of Georgia is noted as the most capable during the period before the American Revolution?
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Which of the following battles was significant for Georgia during the Revolutionary War?
Which of the following battles was significant for Georgia during the Revolutionary War?
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What was Georgia's role compared to other colonies during the American Revolutionary War?
What was Georgia's role compared to other colonies during the American Revolutionary War?
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Which document outlines grievances against the British and declares independence?
Which document outlines grievances against the British and declares independence?
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What led to the writing of a new federal Constitution after the American Revolutionary War?
What led to the writing of a new federal Constitution after the American Revolutionary War?
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What was the primary purpose of the Proclamation of 1763?
What was the primary purpose of the Proclamation of 1763?
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What was a significant consequence of the Stamp Act of 1765?
What was a significant consequence of the Stamp Act of 1765?
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How did the British government justify taxing the colonies after the French and Indian War?
How did the British government justify taxing the colonies after the French and Indian War?
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What was the main reaction of the colonists to the Proclamation of 1763?
What was the main reaction of the colonists to the Proclamation of 1763?
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Which group was formed in response to the Stamp Act?
Which group was formed in response to the Stamp Act?
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What type of items did the Stamp Act impose a direct tax on?
What type of items did the Stamp Act impose a direct tax on?
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What was one of the effects of the Seven Years War on Great Britain?
What was one of the effects of the Seven Years War on Great Britain?
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What was a common form of protest against the Stamp Act?
What was a common form of protest against the Stamp Act?
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Study Notes
Georgia During the American Revolution
- Georgia's role in the American Revolution was relatively minor compared to other colonies, like Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Virginia
- It was the youngest, smallest, and poorest colony
- Georgia was heavily influenced by the economic costs of the previous French and Indian War.
Causes of the American Revolution (Impact on Georgia)
- The French and Indian War (1754-1763) a conflict between France and England over control of the Ohio River Valley.
- This costly war caused Britain to go into debt, subsequently leading to the need for colonists to pay taxes.
- The Proclamation of 1763 forbade colonists to settle west of the Appalachian Mountains. This angered colonists who wanted to claim new land.
- The Stamp Act (1765) - This act imposed a direct tax on all printed materials like newspapers, licenses, and legal documents. It caused significant colonial displeasure and violent protests.
Georgia's Response
- Georgia's small population and heavy dependence on Great Britain resulted in a less violent response to the Stamp Act compared to other colonies.
- Nonetheless, prominent Georgians actively opposed the Stamp Act, creating the Liberty Boys in 1765.
Georgia Before the Revolution
- After the departure of the Trustees, Georgia had three Royal Governors; John Reynolds, Henry Ellis, and James Wright.
- James Wright was considered one of the most capable royal governors during a period of significant westward growth.
- Wright encouraged neighbouring American Indians to cede land to the colony.
Georgia After the French and Indian War
- Despite not being directly involved, Georgia's borders expanded.
- These borders expanded to the St. Mary's River to the South, the Mississippi River to the West, and land around Augusta to the North.
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Explore Georgia's minor yet significant role during the American Revolution. This quiz covers the economic impacts of the French and Indian War and key events like the Stamp Act that influenced colonial responses. Test your knowledge on how these factors shaped Georgia's involvement in the uprising.
