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1775 Boston, Massachusetts vs Current Boston (lemmy.world)

submitted 3 months ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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[–] [email protected] 29 points 3 months ago (1 children)

Wait, are you saying that the historical site of the Boston Tea Party is now a highway? What’s wrong with you Americans? The peer where that ship was docked could have been such an epic tourist attraction, but I guess you need roads too. Cars go brrr…

[–] [email protected] 10 points 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago) (1 children)

Apparently, the true location isn't known anyways. And there's a museum located nearby dedicated to it.

The Beaver, Dartmouth, and Eleanor were moored at Griffin’s Wharf in Boston. It is at this location where the December 16, 1773 destruction of the tea occurred. The original location of the Boston Tea Party no longer exists because of extensive landfills that destroyed the location. This was caused by the city of Boston’s rapid expansion in the 19th century. In 18th century Boston, Griffin’s Wharf was a bustling center for maritime commerce and shipping. The exact location of the original Griffin’s Wharf is open to debate, but the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, located on the Congress Street Bridge, is located near the approximate area where the Boston Tea Party took place. A historical marker commemorating the Boston Tea Party stands on the corner of Congress and Purchase streets.

https://www.bostonteapartyship.com/griffins-wharf

[–] [email protected] 3 points 3 months ago (1 children)

If I even happen to visit Boston, that museum will be one of the locations I absolutely have to visit. Now I just need to come up with a reason to fly over the ocean.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 3 months ago

Definitely worth a trip if you like history. The Freedom trail connects the historical landmarks plus there's tons of tours, museums, & educational experiences.

If you ever do a US trip Boston is a good choice.