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Incident at Griffin's Wharf: The Boston Tea Party and After

Incident at Griffin

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Commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party with the Lovettsville Historical Society. Public historians Richard and Tracy Gillespie will share information on the actions by Great Britain's Parliament that led to the destruction of 340 chests of East India Company teas on December 16, 1774, and similar incidents in other colonies. The program concludes with a tasting of three of the teas that were sacrificed in the name of liberty. Free but donations gratefully accepted; no reservations required.

Details

February 11, 2024 - February 11, 2024
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Loudoun County

St. James UCC
10 East Broadway
Lovettsville, VA 20180

Category: Lecture/Seminar
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