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A Night of Danger.

Authors :
Zissou, Rebecca
Source :
Scholastic News: Edition 3; 12/4/2023, Vol. 80 Issue 9, p2-5, 4p
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

The Boston Tea Party, which occurred 250 years ago, played a significant role in sparking the war for America's freedom. In protest against the taxes imposed by Great Britain, colonists, including Joshua Wyeth, sneaked into Boston Harbor and destroyed over 92,000 pounds of tea by smashing tea chests and throwing them into the water. This act of defiance led to the passing of harsh laws by Great Britain, which further fueled the colonists' fight for independence. Ultimately, the colonists defeated Great Britain and went on to form the United States. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
07360576
Volume :
80
Issue :
9
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Scholastic News: Edition 3
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
173901180