"President Adams Responds to Fries Rebellion with Proclamation 9, Asserting Federal Authority"

In response to an armed rebellion by Pennsylvania Dutch farmers opposing a new federal property tax, President John Adams issued Proclamation 9. The uprising, known as “Fries Rebellion,” saw violence erupt in Bucks County. The conflict stemmed from resentment over federal taxes imposed to fund the Quasi-War with France. Adams' proclamation called forth military force to suppress the unrest, aiming to assert federal authority and ensure compliance with tax laws. The government's swift response highlighted tensions between federal mandates and local resistance, reflecting broader challenges in early American governance. #JohnAdams #FriesRebellion #FederalTax #PennsylvaniaDutch #GovernmentAuthority #MoofLife