The revolution is pushed into motion (16 déc. 1773 – 17 déc. 1773)
Description:
Between 6:00 and 9:00 P.M. 340 chests of tea are destroyed and thrown from the tea ships into the harbor. While the tea is being destroyed, the meeting continues at Old South Meting House with leading patriots Samuel Adams, John Hancock, Josiah Quincy and others taking part to ensure they are not accused of participating in the destruction.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
16 déc. 1773
17 déc. 1773
~ 24 hours