The Sons of Liberty was a group formed in the American colonies during the 1760s to resist British rule. They protested against unfair taxes, like the Stamp Act, which required colonists to pay a tax on printed materials. The group included influential figures such as Samuel Adams and John Hancock, who organized demonstrations and encouraged others to stand up against British authority. The Sons of Liberty used various tactics, including boycotts and public protests, to express their discontent. They played a crucial role in events like the Boston Tea Party, where they dumped tea into the harbor to oppose the Tea Act. Their actions helped unite the colonies in the fight for independence.