How St. Patrick’s Day fueled the American Revolution in Boston in 1776
You know about the leprechauns and the Irish and the pot of gold, but did you know that St. Patrick's Day has another ...
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This Day in History on March 17: Siege of Boston Ends
Welcome to another fascinating journey through history! On this day, March 17th, we reflect on significant events that have ...
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The story behind Evacuation Day, the holiday Boston officially recognizes on March 17
March 17 is officially observed as Evacuation Day in Boston, even though St. Patrick’s Day falls on the same date. Here's the ...
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The story of Evacuation Day, Boston's other March 17 holiday
Peter Drummey, chief historian of the Massachusetts Historical Society, joins WBUR to talk about Evacuation Day.