In 1776, the colonists issued the Declaration of Independence, which formally declared their separation from British rule. This document articulated their grievances against King George III and asserted their rights as individuals, emphasizing the principles of liberty and self-governance. The Declaration was a response to perceived violations of their rights as Englishmen and sought to justify their quest for independence.
The Charter of the VA Company in London was the founding document that guaranteed the rights of Englishmen to the colonists. It also established the House of Burgesses.
Virginia Company of London Charter
The colonists felt that their rights as Englishmen were being violated. The writs of assistance violated their right to be secure in their own homes and vice-admiralty courts violated their right to a jury trail.
The American colonists claimed that their constitutional rights were being violated.
The declaration of independence
their seperate but equal right
declaration of independence
the colonist were mad
The Charter of the VA Company in London was the founding document that guaranteed the rights of Englishmen to the colonists. It also established the House of Burgesses.
The English Bill of Rights
Magna Carta
In 1776, the Continental Congress issued the Declaration of Independence. The document explained the colonists' reasons for severing their political ties with Great Britain.
Magna Carta
Virginia Company of London Charter
The colonists felt that their rights as Englishmen were being violated. The writs of assistance violated their right to be secure in their own homes and vice-admiralty courts violated their right to a jury trail.
magna carta
The colonists felt that their rights as Englishmen were being violated. The writs of assistance violated their right to be secure in their own homes and vice-admiralty courts violated their right to a jury trail.