Question

Why was the Declaration of Independence issued AFTER the 1775 battles of Lexington and concord?

Answer 1

The British government responded with further restrictions, increasing tensions between the British and its colonies. ... After the Battles of Lexington and Concord, the colonies decided to declare independence from the British crown by listing all the problems they faced under the British government.

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Answer 2

The British government began implementing taxes to deal with the debt it had accumulated during the seven years war