Most colonists saw themselves as loyal subjects of the Crown, operating under royal charters with their own local assemblies managing much of the day to day governance. But with Britain largely kept at a distance but in control. That balance didn't last, obviously. After the French and Indian War, Britain needed revenue and control and Parliament started taking a lot more active role in imposing taxes. and tightening enforcement and relying on the idea of virtual representation, which isn't virtue, it's kind of representation. (00:49–00:58)
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