How did the Stamp Act lead up to the Revolutionary War?

Stamp Act opponent Patrick Henry is known for his "Give me liberty, or give me death!" speech, delivered before a meeting of Virginia's colonial leaders in 1775 in an effort to mobilize a militia against a possible attack by the British. He later served as Virginia's governor (1776-79, 1884-86). Instead of levying a duty on trade goods, the Stamp Act imposed a direct tax on the colonists. read more

The stamp act in the revolutionary war taxed newspapers, almanacs, playing cards, dice, etc.. After paying this tax, colonists received a stamp proving they have paid the tax. read more