TPI Replay: The Fourth of July, With Jack Rakove
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The Revolutionary Prelude: Tensions Rise
This chapter explores the pivotal events of 1773-1774 that ignited revolutionary fervor in America, focusing on figures like Samuel Adams and Benjamin Franklin. It examines the political confrontations with British authorities, including Governor Hutchinson, and the subsequent Boston Tea Party's impact on colonial unity. The narration highlights the growing consensus for independence and the strategic moves leading to the writing of the Declaration of Independence.
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