Boston Tea Party protest over tea tax in 1773
In December 16 protest by colonists dressed as Indians, they board a British ship and dump 342 chests of tea into the harbor to oppose the tea tax. Colonists refuse to buy English goods.
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1988
Page
7
Articles of Confederation Signed by All 13 States
Maryland becomes the 13th state to sign the Articles as they go into effect. The plan of government grants most powers to the states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maryland
Annapolis Convention Seeks Broader Participation
On Sept 11 1786 at Mann's Tavern Annapolis five states attend while 13 were invited to discuss issues. They issue a strong message to the Continental Congress urging another meeting to address their problems.
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Mann’s Tavern
Annapolis
Continental Congress
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