History That Doesn't Suck 3: "Clean My Sh*t House!" The Boston Massacre
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Oct 9, 2017 The podcast explores the Boston Massacre, presenting different perspectives on the event. It discusses the events leading up to the Massacre, including taxation and the arrival of military forces. Tensions between Bostonians and British soldiers are highlighted, leading to a confrontation at the British Coffee House. The aftermath of the Massacre is also discussed, including the guilty verdict and the repeal of the Townshend Acts.
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Hancock's Defiance
- John Hancock, a wealthy Boston merchant, defied customs agents attempting to inspect his ship, the Lydia, without a warrant.
- He gained popularity for challenging the Townshend Acts.
Liberty Riot
- Customs agents seized Hancock's ship, the Liberty, for a minor permit violation, escalating tensions with Bostonians.
- This led to the Liberty Riot, where Bostonians burned a customs collector's boat.
Otis's Brawl
- James Otis, a Boston assemblyman, got into a brawl with a customs commissioner, highlighting the growing tension.
- The soldiers, not invited to intervene by a magistrate, did nothing.