Sugar Act

The Sugar Act of 1764 was a law passed by Britain to impose taxes on imported sugar and related products like molasses, primarily to raise revenue from the American colonies. It aimed to reduce smuggling and ensure Britain received income from goods often brought into the colonies without paying taxes. The act also strengthened customs enforcement, causing frustration among colonists who believed it limited their economic freedoms and self-governance. This unrest contributed to the growing tensions that eventually led to the American Revolution.