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What was the historical event Whiskey Rebellion about?
The Whiskey Rebellion was a tax protest in the USA from 1791-1794. Farmers had been using left over corn and grain to make whiskey and then use it as a medium of exchange. They were forced to pay a new tax on this and many resisted.
What was the main cause of the Whiskey Rebellion?
The Whiskey Rebellion during George Washington's Administration where farmers, who had begun to use whiskey produced from surplus grain as a medium of exchange and store of value. This action made the whiskey a currency in the government's eyes and then they levied taxes against it at the instigation of Treasury Secretary Alexander Hamilton. The farmers protested this new tax using the same principles of "No Taxation without Representation" that were the basis for the American Revolution itself.
How did Washington react to the Whiskey rebellion?
George Washington did react to the whiskey rebellion by sending many federal soldiers who crushed the rebellion.
How many men died in the Whiskey Rebellion?
During the Whiskey Rebellion, there were no deaths from fighting. There was an estimated 12 people who died from illnesses or accidents.
What were many citizens most concerned about after the whiskey rebellion end?
Many citizens were most concerned about money after the end of the Whiskey Rebellion. The nations finances were a major concern at this time.
What started Shay's rebellion?
Shay's Rebellion grew out of the fiscal practices of the state of Massachusetts. Following the war, a former Continental Army soldier, Daniel Shays, led a revolt against what he and other farmers believed was economic tyranny. The post war depression had hit farmers particularly hard, and many lost their farms to debt. The rebellion attempted to over- throw the state government, stopping taxation and foreclosures, but was put down.
What is the name of the uprising that convinced many people that the Articles of Confederation had to be replaced?
Whiskey Rebellion
What is name of the uprising that convinced many people that the article of confederation had to be replaced?
Whiskey Rebellion
What is the name of the uprising that convinced many people that the article of confederation had to be replaced?
Whiskey Rebellion
What is the name of uprising that convinced many people that the articles of confederation had to be replaced?
Whiskey Rebellion
What did Jefferson think about George Washingtons action in addressing the Whiskey Rebellion?
Thomas Jefferson thought that George Washington overreacted when he ordered the militia to stop the protestors during the Whiskey Rebellion. Many Americans agreed, resulting in Thomas Jefferson soon becoming President.
How many farmers were killed in Shays' Rebellion?
At least 14 people died in Shays rebellion. Three of these were Militiamen, and the rest were either rebels (farmers) or civilians. Two rebels were executed at the end, so about 9 farmers were killed, and two were executed.
