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How did King James II weaken self-government in the colonies?

Creating America: A History of the United States, McDougal Littell, 2005, page 143

Asked by kade.grantham@bo on 03 Jul 04:26

Last updated by Jill W on 24 Oct 19:50

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Answered by Jill W on 24 Oct 19:50

King James II was determined to rule both England and the colonies with complete authority. He combined the colonies into the Dominion of New England, and he set Edmund Andros up as the royal governor. Assemblies were also outlawed and town meeting were limited to one per year.

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Creating America, pg. 143