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    "I am as you are" - Newburyport Street Justice During the Stamp Act Crisis

    "I am as you are" - Newburyport Street Justice During the Stamp Act Crisis

    Following the conclusion of the French and Indian War, England recognized the harsh realities of its post-war debt. By January 5, 1763, Britain’s funded debt was a staggering £122,603,336 with an annual interest of £4,409,797. A year later, the debt was almost £7,000,000 larger and by January of 1767, it had increased yet another £7,000,000. After reviewing the state of Britain’s finances, Chancellor of Exchequer, George Grenville, concluded that the American colonies had b
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    "Retreat! Retreat! Or you all be cutt off!" - The Misfortunes of Newbury's Colonel Sam

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