About this episode
This episode explores the debates in British Parliament regarding the Stamp Act and the role of William Pitt in the political turmoil of the time.
When did the British realized their colonies were on the verge of open rebellion because of stamps? What happened when British Parliament finally realized what was going on in the colonies because of The Stamp Act? Who was William Pitt and what does he have to do with the whole stamp situation? On today’s episode of Founded we’re finding out about the debates that took place in parliament when they finally reconvened several months after the stamp act riots happened in the colonies. George the goose Grenville and his brother in law the great commoner, William Pitt get into a battle of wits on the floor of parliament and the new ministry that replace Grenville’s is trying to put out political fires they didn’t start. Click Here for 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 Preorder Gwenna's new book ----------- 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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Host: Tori Phantom
Topics covered
- British Parliament
- colonial rebellion
- The Stamp Act
- William Pitt
- political debates
- historical events
Keywords
- British Parliament
- William Pitt
- Stamp Act
- colonial rebellion
- political debates
- historical analysis
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