USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The Indian soldiers in the British army were unhappy. They were not allowed to wear their traditional and religious symbols and head gears. They were paid a meagre salary and had no promotion options. But the wages were high for the British officers and were provided good facilities.

Detailed explanation-2: -Preston denied that he gave an order to fire and was supported by three defense witnesses, while four witnesses for the prosecution swore that he had given the order. The massacre label stood even after a Boston jury later acquitted Captain Preston and four of the soldiers of all charges.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sepoys were angry with the British because: They were paid low wages. British did not respect their religion. They were asked to open the cartridge with their teeth, which was believed to be made of cow’s and pig’s flesh which triggered the sepoys.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Quartering Act of 1765 Some colonists welcomed British military assistance in protecting them from hostile Indian attacks. The British government, however, never stated the most important purpose. The army was to act as a police force to keep the king’s subjects in line.