The four events that led to the Revolutionary War are:
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Rising taxes - The imposition of taxes by the British government, such as the Stamp Act and the Townshend Acts, without representation in Parliament angered the colonists and contributed to their desire for independence.
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Frustration among colonists - The growing discontent and frustration among colonists regarding British rule, including lack of representation and increasing control over colonial affairs, fueled revolutionary sentiments.
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Continental Congress - The formation of the First and Second Continental Congresses allowed the colonies to organize and coordinate resistance against British policies, leading to a unified front against British authority.
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Declaration of Independence - Although it was a result of the Revolutionary sentiment, the Declaration of Independence formalized the colonies' intent to break away from British rule and was a pivotal moment in the escalation toward war.
While the Articles of Confederation and land boundary disagreements were significant issues later on, they were not direct causes of the Revolutionary War itself.