What was the major issue dividing England and her American colonies in 1776?

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The major issue dividing England and her American colonies in 1776 was taxes and the cost of upkeep of the colonies. The colonies resented the taxes imposed by England without their consent and the fact that they had little representation in the British Parliament. This led to the American Revolution and the eventual independence of the colonies.

What Was the Major Issue Dividing England and Her American