Have you ever wondered why the Boston Massacre is called a massacre? Although the British never called the event by that name, Boston leaders immediately began calling it a “massacre” after the event occurred on March 5, 1770. The reason it is believed Boston officials called it a “massacre” was…| History of Massachusetts Blog
Samuel Adams was a patriot who lived in Boston, Massachusetts, during the American Revolution. Adams was also a tax collector and bankrupt businessman who had been accused of embezzling public funds shortly before the revolution began. Adams, a wealthy nobleman and cousin of John Adams, had a flair for politics…| History of Massachusetts Blog
The primary sources on the Boston Massacre offer a unique perspective on the events of that historic day. These sources include news articles, pamphlets, diaries, official reports and trial notes on the Boston Massacre. The following is a list of primary sources of the Boston Massacre: The Boston Gazette and…| History of Massachusetts Blog
John Adams is one of the most notable patriots from Boston, Massachusetts, during the American Revolution. A Harvard-educated lawyer, farmer, and U.S. ambassador, he later became the second president of the United States after serving as George Washington's vice president. Born on October 30 in 1735 in Braintree, Massachusetts, Adams…| History of Massachusetts Blog
The Boston Massacre was a historic event that occurred in Boston, Massachusetts on the night of March 5, 1770. It is believed to be one of many events that caused the American Revolution. The following are some facts about the Boston Massacre: What Was the Boston Massacre? The Boston Massacre…| History of Massachusetts Blog