Colonists were angry about the encampment of British troops in the center of Boston because it symbolized British oppression and the loss of their autonomy. The presence of soldiers in their streets heightened tensions and fears of violence, especially after incidents like the Boston Massacre. Additionally, the military presence was seen as a way for the British government to enforce unpopular laws and suppress dissent among the colonists. This encampment fueled resentment and contributed to the growing desire for independence.
The Boston Massacre
He used the Boston Massacre as a way to make the colonists angry with the British.
More colonists became angry about British actions.
The Boston Tea Party and the colonists boycotted tea and angry mobs broke out resisting the act.
The colonists showed how angry they were by dumping every single barrel of tea on a ship on Boston Harbor into the lake!
The Boston Massacre
Boston Massacre
He used the Boston Massacre as a way to make the colonists angry with the British.
they were angry and wanted to fight
He used the Boston Massacre as a way to make the colonists angry with the British.
He used the Boston Massacre as a way to make the colonists angry with the British.
being taxed and treated harshly
More colonists became angry about British actions.
More colonists became angry about British actions.
More colonists became angry about British actions.
in between the angry crowd of colonists and his soldiers.
The Boston Tea Party and the colonists boycotted tea and angry mobs broke out resisting the act.