The United States Constitution Chapter 2 -Part One ? Historical Roots -Part Two ? Structure & Characteristics The Problem of Liberty 1607 to 1750 ? colonists ruled by virtual representation & mercantilism, but were basically content Things change in 1750?s after victory in French & Indian War results in? Tax increase to pay for war, Proclamation of 1763 cuts off expansion Colonists note major differences between themselves & Brits Protests & enlightenment reason leads to British backlash, followed by Dec. of Ind., and War for Independence Declaration of Independence Written by Thomas Jefferson, inspired by John Locke Dec of Independence opens with Jefferson invoking Locke?s philosophy? ?Life, liberty, pursuit of happiness?
AP GOV Chapter 2 constitution
The United States Constitution Chapter 2 -Part One ? Historical Roots -Part Two ? Structure & Characteristics The Problem of Liberty 1607 to 1750 ? colonists ruled by virtual representation & mercantilism, but were basically content Things change in 1750?s after victory in French & Indian War results in? Tax increase to pay for war, Proclamation of 1763 cuts off expansion Colonists note major differences between themselves & Brits Protests & enlightenment reason leads to British backlash, followed by Dec. of Ind., and War for Independence Declaration of Independence Written by Thomas Jefferson, inspired by John Locke Dec of Independence opens with Jefferson invoking Locke?s philosophy? ?Life, liberty, pursuit of happiness?
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