"250th Anniversary of Boston Tea Party: Reenactments, Controversies, and Myths"

Boston commemorated the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party with reenactments of the historic protest, including the dumping of tea into the harbor. Thousands of visitors gathered to watch the symbolic protest, shouting "Huzzah!" and cheering as boxes of tea were thrown into the water. The event marked a pivotal moment in American history, leading to the American Revolutionary War and the fight for independence. Boston Mayor Michelle Wu emphasized the importance of democracy and doing what's right for the future.