What was the Boston Tea Party?

Hey history detectives! Get ready for a dramatic, midnight adventure! Imagine being forced to pay extra money just for your favorite drink—tea! In 1773, that’s exactly what happened to the American colonists, and they were furious at the King of England. But they weren't going to take it lying down.Meet the Sons of Liberty, a secret group who decided they had enough. They had a sneaky plan: dress up in disguises, sneak onto huge British ships, and throw the cargo overboard! But this wasn't just a handful of tea bags. They dumped 342 enormous chests of expensive tea right into the freezing Boston Harbor!Join Mira and Finn to find out why this act of rebellion was so shocking and how this one messy night of historical splashing set the stage for the American Revolution! Get ready for some serious drama over a cup of tea!