What early move convinced many colonists that the British were trying to take away their local liberties?

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The passing of the Sugar and Stamp Act in 1764-65 imposed new taxes on the colonies without their consent, which many colonists saw as a violation of their rights as British subjects. This led to widespread protests and resistance, including the famous slogan "no taxation without representation." The perceived threat to local liberties and self-government was a major factor in the growing tension between the colonies and Britain leading up to the American Revolution.

What Early Move Convinced Many Colonists That the British Were