Home > Europe > United Kingdom > Scotland > Edinburgh > Edinburgh
English Ships of War at Boston (Where The Tea-Party Took Place) In 1768, c1930
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
English Ships of War at Boston (Where The Tea-Party Took Place) In 1768, c1930
English Ships of War at Boston (Where The Tea-Party Took Place) In 1768, c1930. View of the harbour in Boston, Massachusetts. The Boston Tea Party was a protest by the American colonists against Great Britain in which they destroyed many crates of tea on ships in Boston Harbour. The incident, which took place on 16 December 1773, has been seen as helping to spark the American Revolution. From " The Worlds Story, a Simple History for Boys and Girls", by Elizabeth O Neill. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, London & Edinburgh, c1930]
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 18910726
© The Print Collector/Heritage Images
Atlantic Ocean Boston Boston Harbour Cargo Elizabeth Elizabeth Oneill Elizabeth Speakman Jack Massachusetts Ocean Oneill Port Shipping Industry Speakman Tc And Ec Tc And Ec Jack Boston Tea Party
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Related Images
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> Scotland
> Edinburgh
> Edinburgh
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> Scotland
> Lothian
> Edinburgh
> North America
> United States of America
> Massachusetts
> Boston
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print transports us back to the historic moment when English Ships of War arrived at Boston Harbor, the very site where the iconic Tea Party took place in 1768. The image, captured around 1930, offers a glimpse into this significant event that played a crucial role in shaping American history. The Boston Tea Party was an act of rebellion by American colonists against British rule. In protest against unfair taxation policies imposed by Great Britain, they defiantly destroyed numerous crates of tea aboard these ships docked in Boston Harbor. This audacious act occurred on December 16th, 1773 and is widely regarded as one of the sparks that ignited the flames of the American Revolution. Elizabeth O'Neill's book "The World's Story" provides context for this historical photograph. It beautifully portrays a cityscape nestled along the coast with ships dotting its harbor—a testament to Boston's vibrant shipping industry during that era. As we gaze upon this monochrome scene frozen in time, we are reminded of how trade and transportation were vital components of life in eighteenth-century America. The bustling port served as a gateway for goods and ideas from across the Atlantic Ocean. This remarkable print allows us to reflect on our nation's past while appreciating how events like these shaped our present-day United States—an enduring symbol of resilience and determination born out of revolutionary acts such as the Boston Tea Party.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
