Chapter 6
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"Whereas the power but not the justice, the vengeance, but not the wisdom, of Great Britain, which of old Persecuted, scourged and exiled out fugitive parents from their native shores, now their guiltless children with unrelenting severity"
Source: Suffolk Resolves (which are thought to have been written by Warren)
Governor Thomas Hutchinson
Thomas Hutchinson was a historical figure who rose through the ranks of politics the to become governor of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. He was generally liked when he first took office, but the politics of the times quickly turned him into the villain. He left Boston in disgrace and lived the rest of his years England.
Source: Wikipedia, The Siege of Boston by Allen French, Eve of the American Revolution by Carl Becker,
General Thomas Gage
Gage was a historical person and career military man. He had fought in the French and Indian War and spent a large amount of time in the American colonies. When the Boston Port Act was put into effect, her replaced Hutchinson as governor. Her remained in charge until after the Battle of Bunker Hill when he was recalled to England.
Sources: Wikipedia, The Siege of Boston by Allen French,
The French and Indian War
If you trace the roots of the conflict between America and England, the French and Indian War is a good place to start. England and France were at wore, and the colonies became one of the battle grounds. The French incited the Indians to raid and fight with them against the colonists. England sent her troops to help defend them. They won, but the incurred a large amount of debt. Many of the taxes (including that on tea) was put in place, in part, to help pay for the war.
Source: Wikipedia, The Siege of Boston by Allen French, Eve of the American Revolution by Carl Becker,
Chapter 7
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Faneuil Hall
Faneuil Hall still stands in Boston. It was a gift from the merchant Peter Faneuil to the people of Boston. The upper part was used as a meeting house and the lower part was a market place.
Source: A Travel Guide To Colonial Boston by James Barter,
Non-consumption Agreement
Many different agreements spread among the colonies not to buy good that were taxed. These were successful enough to help with the repeal of all the taxes except for the tax on tea. Warren himself sighed a non-consumption agreement.
Sources: The Siege of Boston by Allen French, Eve of the American Revolution by Carl Becker, Warren's agreement
John Hancock
Was a merchant in Boston. I was infamous for smuggling goods into Boston, mostly to avoid taxes. He was wealthy man and funded much of the early revolution. He was an instrumental part of the sons of liberty, and a delegate to the Continental Congress.
Sources: Wikipedia, The Life and Times of Joseph Warren, Massachusetts Historical Society
English tea, Dutch tea
Many who had signed a non-consumption agreement still wanted to have their tea. So, to avoid the taxes on legal tea (English tea), tea was smuggled into America usually from Holland which earned it the name, Dutch tea.
Chapter 8
Quote
Quote
"Our fathers… nobly resolved never to wear the yoke of despotism." ~ Dr. Joseph Warren
Source: Boston Massacre Oration by Dr. Joseph Warren March 6, 1775
"Whereas the power but not the justice, the vengeance, but not the wisdom, of Great Britain, which of old Persecuted, scourged and exiled out fugitive parents from their native shores, now their guiltless children with unrelenting severity"
Source: Suffolk Resolves (which are thought to have been written by Warren)
Governor Thomas Hutchinson
Thomas Hutchinson was a historical figure who rose through the ranks of politics the to become governor of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. He was generally liked when he first took office, but the politics of the times quickly turned him into the villain. He left Boston in disgrace and lived the rest of his years England.
Source: Wikipedia, The Siege of Boston by Allen French, Eve of the American Revolution by Carl Becker,
General Thomas Gage
Gage was a historical person and career military man. He had fought in the French and Indian War and spent a large amount of time in the American colonies. When the Boston Port Act was put into effect, her replaced Hutchinson as governor. Her remained in charge until after the Battle of Bunker Hill when he was recalled to England.
Sources: Wikipedia, The Siege of Boston by Allen French,
The French and Indian War
If you trace the roots of the conflict between America and England, the French and Indian War is a good place to start. England and France were at wore, and the colonies became one of the battle grounds. The French incited the Indians to raid and fight with them against the colonists. England sent her troops to help defend them. They won, but the incurred a large amount of debt. Many of the taxes (including that on tea) was put in place, in part, to help pay for the war.
Source: Wikipedia, The Siege of Boston by Allen French, Eve of the American Revolution by Carl Becker,
Chapter 7
Quote
"Our enemies are numerous and powerful; but we have many
friends, determining to be free, and heaven and earth will aid the resolution." ~ Dr. Joseph Warren
Source: Boston Massacre Oration by Dr. Joseph Warren March 6, 1775Faneuil Hall
Faneuil Hall still stands in Boston. It was a gift from the merchant Peter Faneuil to the people of Boston. The upper part was used as a meeting house and the lower part was a market place.
Source: A Travel Guide To Colonial Boston by James Barter,
Non-consumption Agreement
Many different agreements spread among the colonies not to buy good that were taxed. These were successful enough to help with the repeal of all the taxes except for the tax on tea. Warren himself sighed a non-consumption agreement.
Sources: The Siege of Boston by Allen French, Eve of the American Revolution by Carl Becker, Warren's agreement
John Hancock
Was a merchant in Boston. I was infamous for smuggling goods into Boston, mostly to avoid taxes. He was wealthy man and funded much of the early revolution. He was an instrumental part of the sons of liberty, and a delegate to the Continental Congress.
Sources: Wikipedia, The Life and Times of Joseph Warren, Massachusetts Historical Society
English tea, Dutch tea
Many who had signed a non-consumption agreement still wanted to have their tea. So, to avoid the taxes on legal tea (English tea), tea was smuggled into America usually from Holland which earned it the name, Dutch tea.
Chapter 8
Quote
But nothing seems able to penetrate the Egyptian
Darkness which is so palpable. ~ Dr. Joseph Warren
King's Chapel
King's Chapel was, and still is, one of the oldest churches in Boston.
Source: King's Chapel.org, 1775 map of Boston
Chapter 9
Quote
I always respect the man who endeavors to heal the wound, by pointing out proper remedies. ~ Dr. Joseph Warren
Source: Letter to Samuel Adams December 21, 1773
Chapter 10
Quote
"On you depend the fortunes of America. You are
to decide the important question, on which rest the happiness and liberty of
millions yet unborn. Act worthy of yourselves." ~ Dr. Joseph Warren
Feelings of the British people
The research of how the British people mainly consisted talking with my very British friend, Elisabeth Allen. Without her, I couldn't not have written some of the major parts of this book.
Chapter 10
Quote
"Our fathers… nobly resolved never to wear the yoke of despotism." ~ Dr. Joseph Warren
Quote
“This
country is inhabited by people loyal to their king and faithful to themselves.
None will more cheerfully venture their lives and fortunes for the honor and
defense of the prince who reigns in their hearts, and none will with more
resolution oppose the tyrant who dares invades their rights.” ~ Dr. Joseph Warren
This is an almost direct of Warren taken from a letter.
Quote
"...that liberty with which Christ has made us free.” ~ Dr. Joseph Warren
This is a direct of Warren taken from a speech.
Chapter 11
"Our fathers… nobly resolved never to wear the yoke of despotism." ~ Dr. Joseph Warren
Source: Boston Massacre Oration by Dr. Joseph Warren March 6, 1775
Quote
"...that liberty with which Christ has made us free.” ~ Dr. Joseph Warren
This is a direct of Warren taken from a speech.
Source: A List of Infringements and Violation of Rights November 20, 1772
Chapter 12
Chapter 12
Quote
"Ease and prosperity (though pleasing for a day) have often sunk a people into effeminacy and sloth." ~ Dr. Joseph Warren
Source: Boston Massacre Oration by Dr. Joseph Warren March 6, 1775
"Ease and prosperity (though pleasing for a day) have often sunk a people into effeminacy and sloth." ~ Dr. Joseph Warren
Source: Boston Massacre Oration by Dr. Joseph Warren March 6, 1775
Wore Hill
Wore Hill was an actual place in Boston. One of the three hills in the city, this one was infamous because the prostitutes lived there, among the other most unsavory people in society.
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