- Boston Massacre occurred on March 5th, 1770. - Occurred due to revolt against the Townshend act - British Soldiers were not welcome in Boston at the time - Colonists harassing British troops for being there - British soldiers began firing when snowballs were thrown - 5 colonists were killed at this tragic event - Colonists weren't prepared for a battle - Sam Adams said that the British were " Blood Thirsty" - Trial against the British army later occurred in Boston - Two British soldiers were found guilty of man slaughter - Boston Massacre lead to greater problems
“Our country is in danger, but not to be despaired of. Our enemies are numerous and powerful; but we have many friends, determining to be free, and heaven and earth will aid the resolution." [ quote from colonel Joseph Warren ]
This is a picture of the actual document used in the trial of British soldiers in killing the colonists at the Boston Massacre.
This image is showing the red coats in Boston fighting against the colonists.
Samuel Adams was an American statesman at the time of the Boston Massacre. Sam Adams was a person who always blamed the British for everything was happening.
"Facts are stubborn things; and whatever may be our wishes, our inclinations, or the dictates of our passion, they cannot alter the state of facts and evidence." - John Adams, used in Trial defending the British Soldiers