dec 16, 1773 - The Boston Tea Party
Description:
In this event, the Sons of Liberty dressed up as Native Americans and spilled 342 chests of tea in the Boston Harbor. The Sons of Liberty dressed up as Native Americans in order to not get caught, but eventually were tracked down by the government. They perpetuated this act in order to show the King that they deserve to have a say in the government and the laws that affect them.Added to timeline:
Date:
dec 16, 1773
Now
~ 251 years ago