The Dreaded Stamps In NYC

How much do you know about the colony of New York? How did the sons of liberty have so much influence in the colonies? What happened in New York City on the day The Stamp Act went into effect? On today’s episode of Founded we’re finding out about what happened in NYC on stamp day and the people in power that day. Often considered to be a colony that remained loyal the longest, lagging behind in the revolutionary movement, New York helped to lead the way early in the revolution. The sons of liberty in NY were great at organizing, much to the Lt Governor’s chagrin. Key Players: Cadwallader Colden: Lt Governor, and acting governor of New York. Stubborn and sure of his ability to execute the Stamp Act General Thomas Gage: Commander in chief of the British forces in America, ready and willing to support crown officials who were willing to stand up to the protesters. Major James: Officer in the British regular army, manning the fort in NYC William Goddard: Publisher of the Constitutional Courant Sources: ⁠⁠Click Here for Merch⁠⁠ Find the video version of ⁠⁠Founded on Youtube⁠⁠ We want to hear from you! What did you find interesting? What do you want to find out next? Email us: ⁠foundedhistory@gmail.com⁠ Founded is a part of the Airwave Media network. Please contact ⁠⁠advertising@airwavemedia.com⁠⁠ if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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