The Whiskey Rebellion – Flashcards
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What was the whiskey rebellion?
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A protest and rebellion against an excise tax on whiskey that turned violent.
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When did the whiskey rebellion happen?
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1791 - 1794 (during Washington's presidency)
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Where did the whiskey rebellion happen?
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The western frontier regions, especially western Pennsylvania.
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Why did the Whiskey rebellion happen?
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America was in debt so they decided to put a tax on whiskey, which made farmers furious.
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What was the outcome of the whiskey rebellion?
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When Washington sent an army to defeat them, they became frightened and ran way.
