The Whiskey Rebellion. George Washington No Party; 1789-1794.

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The Whiskey Rebellion

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The Whiskey Rebellion

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George WashingtonNo Party; 1789-1794

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Whiskey Rebellion (1791-1794)

Congress passed tax on whiskey to help pay war debit and raise money for treasury; When tax collectors attempted to collect taxes, farmers in Pennsylvania rebelled.

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Opposing Side 1: Farmers/Common People

Felt tax was unfair burden on farmers. They grew corn and converted it to whiskey. The tax made whiskey more expensive and fewer people were buying it.

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Opposing Side 2: Federal Government

Felt they needed the tax to pay off debit; they targeted a “luxury.” shocked at farmers defiance. Government sent militia to make them obey.

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Results/EffectsGovernment militia easily won (farmers were unorganized); Federal Government showed power, strength. Some say the use of force on the part of the government was excessive.


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