a) Samuel Adams

Samuel Adams, a leading figure in the American Revolution, authored the influential “Circular Letter” in 1768, criticizing the Townshend Acts. Adams’s letter, sent to other colonial legislatures, argued that the Acts violated legal rights of the colonists. His call for a united response against British policies helped build intercolonial unity. The letter’s widespread support and the British reaction to it escalated tensions, playing a significant role in the events leading up to the Revolution. Adams’s political savvy and ability to articulate the colonial cause were instrumental in mobilizing resistance and fostering a shared sense of purpose among the colonies.