History Of Taxation In Connecticut, 1636-1776 (1896)

""History of Taxation in Connecticut, 1636-1776"" is a comprehensive historical account of the taxation system in Connecticut from the time of its establishment in 1636 to the eve of the American Revolution in 1776. The book is written by Frederick Robertson Jones and was first published in 1896. The book provides a detailed analysis of the various forms of taxation that were used in Connecticut during this period, including property taxes, poll taxes, and excise taxes. It also examines the social and economic factors that influenced the development of the taxation system in the colony, such as the growth of the population, the expansion of trade, and the rise of political power.Jones's research draws on a wide range of primary sources, including colonial records, tax lists, and other archival documents, to provide a comprehensive and detailed account of the taxation system in Connecticut. The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of time and different aspects of the taxation system, such as the role of the General Assembly in setting tax rates, the collection of taxes, and the use of tax revenues to fund public services and infrastructure.Overall, ""History of Taxation in Connecticut, 1636-1776"" provides a valuable insight into the development of taxation in one of the earliest American colonies and sheds light on the social, economic, and political factors that shaped the taxation system in Connecticut during this period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.