Continental Association

The Continental Association was a system created by the American colonies in 1774 to coordinate a unified response to British policies. It involved colonies agreeing to cease all trade with Britain, aiming to protest unfair taxes and laws without escalating to full rebellion. By enforcing a ban on imports and exports, the colonies sought to pressure Britain into changing its policies through economic hardship. The Association was a significant step toward colonial unity and self-governance, laying the groundwork for the collective actions that eventually led to the American Revolution.