Nonimportation and the search for economic independence in Virginia, 1765-1775

Author:
Ragsdale, Bruce Allan, Corcoran Department of History, University of Virginia
Advisors:
Abbot, W.W., Department of History, University of Virginia
Tate, Thad W., Department of History, William & Mary
Abstract:

This paper studies the nonimportation associations in Virginia during the decade for the Revolution. The associations protested legislation from the British Parliament beginning in 1767.

Degree:
PHD (Doctor of Philosophy)
Keywords:
Virginia -- Economic conditions, Virginia -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775
Notes:

Digitization of this thesis was made possible by a generous grant from the Jefferson Trust, 2015.

Language:
English
Rights:
All rights reserved (no additional license for public reuse)
Issued Date:
1985/05