Start with your week exploring the British Parliament's ill-advised response to escalating colonial resistance with "The Massachusetts Government Act: Dismantling Self-Governance." It was received by American colonists about as well as you might have expected. And don't miss "Stories from the Battle Road," an insightful look into five pivotal moments as the British forces retreated to Boston on April 19, 1775.
This year's Patriots' Day honored the 250th anniversary of the first battles of the American Revolution with great fanfare, historic reenactments, commemorations, and somber remembrance of those who gave their lives to help give rise to the United States of America. As we make our way towards July 4, 2026, and the America250 celebrations, we hope you will enjoy a look back at the events of April 19, 2025.