a primary and secondary source about uprisings and resistance in the Americas.
Primary source: "Declaration of Independence" - This primary source document was written and signed by the Founding Fathers of the United States in 1776, declaring the American colonies' independence from British rule. It reflects the resistance and uprising of the American colonies against British authority, highlighting the motivations and grievances that led to the American Revolutionary War.
Secondary source: "The People's History of the United States" by Howard Zinn - This book provides a comprehensive examination of American history from the perspective of the oppressed and marginalized groups, focusing on the resistance, uprisings, and social movements that shaped the Americas. It covers various time periods and regions, shedding light on indigenous resistance, slave revolts, labor strikes, and civil rights movements, among others.