The rebellion in 1776 caused by British taxation without representation was known as the American Revolution. It was a colonial uprising against British rule, particularly in response to various taxes imposed by the British Parliament, such as the Stamp Act and the Tea Act. American colonists felt that they had no voice in these legislative decisions, encapsulated in the slogan "No taxation without representation." The conflict escalated, leading to protests, boycotts, and eventually armed conflict. The Revolution culminated in the Declaration of Independence in 1776, establishing the United States as a sovereign nation and inspiring future democratic movements worldwide.