1. The Boston Tea Party
... Sons of Liberty. Headed by Samuel Adams (1722-1803), this patriot organization opposed Parliament's trade restrictions (Governing 80). They printed pamphlets criticizing Parliament and forced opposing representatives into resignation to stop the acts and taxes. Having strong opposing beliefs and power in the colonies, the Sons of Liberty had a plan. On the brisk night of December 16, 1773 (Dictionary 347), patriots from ... to pieces the house of some government official they didn't like (Chidsey 2). But who was right in their beliefs of that December tea party? They both had their reas...
- Word Count: 1754
- Approx Pages: 7
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- Grade Level: High School