what effect did the stamp act have on great britain
1 The Stamp Act and Its Effects *Because of the French and Indian War, Great Britain was deeply in debt. 2  Added to that dept was the coast of sending troops to protect the western lands.3  The British decided to turn to the colonist to help pay for the troops. * 4 To raise money, the British used a tax. 1. 2  The Stamp Act and Its Effects *Because of the French and Indian War, Great Britain was deeply in debt.