22 min
Boston in 1763: Taverns, Brawls, and Crippling Debt Beer Makes History
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In 1763, Boston and its residents loved to visit taverns, drink alcohol, fight in the streets, and debate politics. But the French and Indian War had just ended and an indebted British Empire was looking to tax their North American colonies, making life much more difficult. Key Player: Ebenezer Mackintosh
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"Boston in the American Revolution"
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In 1763, Boston and its residents loved to visit taverns, drink alcohol, fight in the streets, and debate politics. But the French and Indian War had just ended and an indebted British Empire was looking to tax their North American colonies, making life much more difficult. Key Player: Ebenezer Mackintosh
Ye Olde Tavern Tours
"Boston in the American Revolution"
Videos
22 min