c) Wearing matching armbands

During the Stamp Act Congress of 1765, delegates used the unusual method of wearing matching armbands to demonstrate unity among the colonies. This gathering was a significant response to the Stamp Act, a British law imposing taxes on paper products. By wearing armbands, the delegates symbolized their collective opposition and solidarity against the act. This act of unity was a critical step in the development of a cohesive American identity, as it represented the colonies’ first major joint action against British policy, setting the stage for future acts of resistance and cooperation.