The first significant act used by the British to raise revenue from the colonies was the Sugar and Molasses Act of 1733. This act aimed to regulate trade and collect duties on imported sugar and molasses, primarily affecting the New England colonies. While the Navigation Acts also imposed trade regulations, the Sugar Act was more directly focused on revenue generation.
What was the first act used by the British to raise revenue from the colonies?
Navigation Acts
Sugar and Molasses Act
Proclamation of 1763
Stamp Act
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