Neither would it make sense to pick up a 40-acre tract known for producing one to two gagger bucks a season if one of your goals is to enjoy the ground with your family, three brothers, their families and a bunch of buddies.
Quick Answer. The Quartering Act of 1765 made it obligatory for American colonies to house and feed British soldiers in various types of stipulated accommodation at the colonists' expense. After the Boston Tea Party, the Quartering Act was renewed in 1774 as part of the Coercive Acts passed by Parliament to punish the uncooperative colonists.
There were two Quartering Acts, one in 1765 and the other in 1774. The 1765 Quartering Act was enacted on March 24th 1765, while 1774 Quartering Act was enacted on 2nd June 17 â¦ 74. Both Acts expired on the same date March 24th 1776.