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Explore the Boston Massacre and colonial protests with Samuel Adams and Mercy Otis Warren. Witness the events that led to the tragic confrontation and the subsequent impact on British rule in America. Learn about the resistance against the Quartering Act and the repercussions faced by the New York assembly. Discover the intricate political landscape of the late 18th century and the role of figures like Crispus Attucks. Gracie Mansion, the Federal style mansion in New York, adds a touch of historical elegance to this significant chapter in American history.
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Objective: To examine the events surrounding the Boston Massacre. Do Now: p. 147 How did Samuel Adams and Mercy Otis Warren protest against the British? • Samuel Adams organized a committee of correspondence, writing letters and pamphlets critical of Britain. • Mercy Otis Warren published plays which made fun of the British.
Quartering Act • The colonists had to provide candles, bedding, and beverages to British soldiers. • Because the New York assembly refused to obey the law, Britain dismissed the assembly. Gracie MansionLate 18th Century Federal style Mansion, Official Residence of Mayor of New York.
Boston Massacre 1) Boys began to throw ice at a British guard. Hey kid, I wouldn’t do that again if I were you!
Boston Massacre 2) A crowd soon grew large and rowdy. 3) The British soldiers opened fire, killing five colonists, including Crispus Attucks, a black sailor active in the Sons of Liberty.
* On the same day as the Boston Massacre, the Townshend Acts were repealed, except for the tax on tea!