The Sugar Act of 1764 disrupted trade between the American colonies and French markets and was one of the laws that hastened, and ended with, the American Revolution. The growing disconnect between the American colonies and other British holdings in tax compliance inspired greater enforcement by the British. read more
The Sugar Act Titled The American Revenue Act of 1764 On April 5, 1764, Parliament passed a modified version of the Sugar and Molasses Act (1733), which was about to expire. read more
The Sugar Act, also known as the American Revenue Act or the American Duties Act, was a revenue-raising act passed by the Parliament of Great Britain on 5 April 1764. read more