The Whiskey Rebellion was a protest against the excise tax on whiskey in western Pennsylvania in 1791. The tax was unpopular with farmers and distillers, leading to riots and conflict with federal troops. President George Washington sent troops to restore order, marking the first time the US government took direct action against citizens opposing federal […]
The Watts Rebellion in August 1965 was a turning point in the civil rights movement, sparked by police brutality towards the primarily black Watts neighborhood in Los Angeles. The catalyst was a police officer stopping a car suspected of drunk driving, leading to six days of violent protests, looting, and arson. The rebellion resulted in […]
The Sagebrush Rebellion was a movement in the 1970s and 1980s that sought to strip the federal government of land control powers in the western US. The Federal Land Policy and Management Act formalized the government’s role in protected lands and ended the practice of “earned” control. The rebellion involved prominent leaders and encouraged supporters […]
After the American Revolutionary War, the US had to pay its debts to European countries, leading to high land taxes on farmers and causing great hardship. The resulting Shay Rebellion was unsuccessful, but it helped shape the writing of the US Constitution by highlighting the need for a stronger central government. War causes debt in […]
The Taiping Rebellion was a mid-19th century uprising in China led by Christian convert Hong Xiuquan, who established the Heavenly Kingdom of Great Peace. The rebellion spread throughout central and southern China, but was ultimately put down by the Qing government after years of fighting. Despite its defeat, the rebellion inspired other uprisings against the […]
The Boxer Rebellion was a violent uprising in China against foreign influence in the early 20th century. It was put down by several Western powers and led to reforms in Chinese society, paving the way for modernization. The rebellion was sparked by anti-foreigner sentiment and attacks on diplomats, businessmen, and Christians. The Society of Right […]
