As one of America’s earliest settlements, the history of Boston is deeply rooted in that of our great nation. As a hotbed of unrest during the American Revolution, the city played a major role in both shaping our culture and securing our freedom. The home of outspoken revolutionaries, Continental Congressmen, Founding Fathers and tea party enthusiasts, Boston is a city rich in history and pride. Here is a look at some of the area’s legendary historical sites it would be almost treasonous to miss.
- Paul Revere House While no one will warn Bostonians of your upcoming visit, Paul Revere’s midnight ride served as a notice to fellow Sons of Liberty John Hancock and Sam Adams the British were moving from Boston down to Lexington to seize Colonist weapons and arrest revolutionary leaders. The old Boston home of Paul Revere now operates as non-profit museum and provides invaluable insight into the life of the time period and the background of an American hero.
- Old State House Constructed in 1713, the Old State House is the most senior surviving public building in the city of Boston. On July 18, 1776, just 2 weeks after it was signed and approved, the Declaration of Independence was proclaimed from the buildings balcony to the large crowd assembled outside. The artillery proceeded to fire their cannons 13 times to represent each united colony. Any signs and symbols of the British crown were quickly removed and eradicated from the edifice making it a purely American landmark.
- Bunker Hill Monument The Battle of Bunker Hill, which took place on June 17, 1775, marks one of the most heroic stands in American military history. With ammunition supplies depleted, soldiers were ordered not to fire until they could see “the whites in their eyes” as Redcoats advanced from their downhill position. The 1,054 British casualties were the highest of any individual encounter in the war. Though the Americans were eventually forced to retreat, the stand still marked a considerable victory early in the Revolution.
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