Taxes in the 18th Century Posted April 13, 2017 King George III’s government attempted to use a variety of taxes to cover expenses following the Seven Years’ War. It’s mid-April. Taxes are due in just a few days- have you filed yet? In the 18th century, British citizens around the world, including at remote Canadian outposts like Michilimackinac, were required to pay taxes just like you. (more…)
