The four events that contributed to the Revolutionary War are:
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Rising taxes - The British government imposed several taxes on the colonies (such as the Stamp Act and the Tea Act) to pay off debts from the French and Indian War, leading to colonial discontent.
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Frustration among colonists - Colonists grew increasingly frustrated with British rule, particularly over issues like taxation without representation and lack of autonomy.
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Continental Congress - The formation of the Continental Congress in 1774 allowed for a unified colonial response to British policies and grievances, further escalating tensions.
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Land boundary disagreements - Conflicts over land boundaries and territorial rights, particularly in the Ohio Valley, contributed to colonial dissatisfaction and anger towards British governance.
While the Declaration of Independence was significant, it was more of a result of the ongoing tensions rather than a direct cause of the war itself. The Articles of Confederation came later, after the war had begun.