Lesson 35 of 84 · American Revolution
⭐ 30 XP🏰 History KeepThe Boston Tea Party
The Boston Tea Party was a famous event that took place on December 16, 1773.
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The Boston Tea Party was a famous event that took place on December 16, 1773. Colonists in Boston were upset about the tax on tea, so they decided to protest. They disguised themselves as Native Americans and boarded ships in the harbor. In a bold move, they dumped 342 chests of tea into the water, showing their anger towards British rule. This act of defiance became a significant moment in the fight for independence.
Key Facts
The Boston Tea Party happened on December 16, 1773.
Colonists dumped 342 chests of tea into Boston Harbor.
It was a protest against the tea tax by Britain.
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1 of 2What did the colonists do during the Boston Tea Party?
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