King George III's Proclamations

Definition

King George III's proclamations refer to the official declarations made by King George III of Britain during the colonial era, which often imposed regulations on the American colonies without their consent.

Related terms

Tyranny: This term refers to oppressive and unjust rule by a single leader or government. The colonists saw King George III's proclamations as examples of tyranny.

Declaration of Independence: The document adopted by the Second Continental Congress in 1776, which listed grievances against King George III and declared independence from British rule.

Stamp Act: An example of one of the unpopular policies imposed through proclamation by King George III that required certain printed materials in the colonies to bear a government stamp, leading to widespread protests.