dec 31, 1769 - The Boston Massacre
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In order to put down violent resistance to the Townshend Acts, Britain sent troops to Boston because this is where they feared a rebellion was happening. On the night of March 5th, 1770, a small but unruly crowd threatened the group of British soldiers. This resulted in the soldiers opening fire on the crowd which left 5 colonists dead.
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