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Boston Tea Party Facts
The Boston Tea Party-Destruction of the tea in Boston Harbor. 1773. New York Public Library.
Who organized the Boston Tea Party?
The Sons of Liberty. Learn More
What caused the Boston Tea Party?
Many factors including “taxation without representation,” the 1767 Townshend Revenue Act, and the 1773 Tea Act. Learn More
When did the Boston Tea Party happen?
December 16, 1773. Learn More
Where did the Boston Tea Party happen?
Griffin’s Wharf. Learn More
How many people participated in the Boston Tea Party?
Hundreds. Learn More
How did the Sons of Liberty disguise themselves at the Boston Tea Party?
American Indians. Learn More
How many ships were involved?
Three. Learn More
Were the ships British?
No. Learn More
Where did the tea come from?
China. Learn More
We know Patriots were loyal to the American colonies, but what were people who remained loyal to Britain called?
Tories, Loyalists, Royalists, or King’s men. Learn More
What damage did the Boston Tea Party cause?
ÂŁ9,659 worth of damage in 1773 currency. Learn More
Did anyone die during the Boston Tea Party?
No. Learn More
What happened after the Tea Party?
Boston Harbor was shut down. Learn More
