Posted on Dec 17, 2023
The Boston Tea Party at 250: History steeped in myth
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel good day Brother William, always informational and of the most interesting. Thanks for sharing, have a blessed day!
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..."Getting the party started
More than 100 men marched to nearby Griffin's Wharf, where the boats were tied up. Some of the men in this procession came from a local tavern, though historian Allison said there’s no evidence they’d been drinking.
When they got to the wharf, they asked permission to go on board the three tea vessels, said O’Brien.
One of the ships had a pacifist quaker captain from Cape Cod. He allowed the men aboard, and he even let his crew participate in the protest if they wanted.
Despite the civility, everyone was well aware this act of civil disobedience was a crime — and they took precautions."
..."Getting the party started
More than 100 men marched to nearby Griffin's Wharf, where the boats were tied up. Some of the men in this procession came from a local tavern, though historian Allison said there’s no evidence they’d been drinking.
When they got to the wharf, they asked permission to go on board the three tea vessels, said O’Brien.
One of the ships had a pacifist quaker captain from Cape Cod. He allowed the men aboard, and he even let his crew participate in the protest if they wanted.
Despite the civility, everyone was well aware this act of civil disobedience was a crime — and they took precautions."
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