American colonists' disagreements with British policymakers led the colonists to believe that the policies imposed on them violated their constitutional rights and colonial charters. These policies imposed on the settler resulted in the establishment of new boundaries, new internal and external taxes, unnecessary and cruel punishments, and taxation without representation. British policymakers were implementing the Acts of Parliament, or policies, which ultimately led to the colonist's civil unrest, the outbreak of hostilities, and the colonist's readiness to declare independence. The Proclamation of 1763 established a boundary along the crest of the Appalachian Mountains in an effort to keep settlers and tribes separated and manage westward expansion. This attempt by Britain to exert greater control over the colonies failed, the colonies saw it as a challenge, ineffectively controlling the colonies which they continued to expand westward. In 1764, the first Currency Act was passed, which prohibited the colonies from designating future currencies as legal tender for debts and sugar, and was an effort to raise funds for Britain during an economic depression in the American colonies. The Currency Act effectively worsened the colonies' financial difficulties, pushing them further into economic depression. The Sugar Act impacted the economy with the problem of taxation without representation. “Now colonial boycotts became widespread and the Sons of Liberty intimidated colonists who were reluctant to participate.” (Brinkley 119) The Stamp Act of 1765, like the Sugar Act, was intended to raise funds. It was a disaster, greeted by protesters in the streets. This law, unlike the others, required the...... middle of paper ......rader. Committees operating under rules set by the newly formed Continental Association enforced a boycott of British goods. Congress pledged to support Massachusetts should an attack occur; meaning all colonies would be involved. The American Revolutionary War began at Lexington and Concord a year after Congress made this commitment to Massachusetts. “It was not immediately clear to the British, and even to many Americans, that the skirmishes at Lexington and Concord were the first battles of the war.” (Brinkley, 128) The colonists prepared a militia, organizing small groups armed ready for rapid action like the Minute Men, ready for open rebellion. At the same time that the military governor of Massachusetts was beginning to fortify Boston, despite ongoing discussions in Parliament, the Army of Massachusetts was marching on Concord, where militia supplies were stored..