Boston Massacre

By txicegirl

  • Townshed Acts

    British Parliament Passes the Townshend Acts, which enforced additional taxes on imports such as paper, glass and tea.

  • Troops Arrive

    Troops from Britain arrive in Boston, MA.

  • Boston Massacre

    The Boston Massacre Occurs, five people Shot and Killed.

  • Troops Banished

    Troops banished from Boston; John Adams agrees to represent British soldiers.

  • Trial of Captain Preston

    The Trial of Captain Preston, was tried for the murder

  • Trial of British Soldiers

    Trial of the eight British soldiers accused of murder. 6 of the 8 were acquitted and two were found guilty.