It all started with a simple trade dispute between the British Empire and the American Colonies. The British wanted more tax revenue, the Colonies wanted more tea...
The Boston Tea Party was the spark that ignited the flame of rebellion. Who needs a fancy cocktail party when you can have a good ol' fashioned protest?
But it wasn't just about the tax on tea; it was about the principle. The Colonies were like, "Hey, we're not just some fancy-free trade pawns, we're a nation!"