This wall commemorates the founding of Boston in 1630. The Indians seem in awe of the Americans, who are confident and proud. It is set just after John Winthrop, who stands in the center, gave his iconic "city upon a hill" speech. The American Identity evolved in line with the ideals of the speech, as people viewed America as a country proud and bold at the top of the world, chosen by God to pave the way for others to follow.
This is a statue of Benjamin Franklin found along the freedom trail. Franklin himself personified many of the elements of the emerging American identity, he was a famous figure that many looked up to. Innovative, outspoken, quick witted, intelligent, a born leader, and well loved, Franklin's persona was that of the near ideal American, and these pieces of the American identity proliferated among all who knew of him.
This marks the spot of the Boston Massacre, which occurred on March 5th, 1770. It exemplifies the American idea of standing up to oppression, and never forgetting those who have been lost.
The site of the Boston massacre was a very interesting spot to be. It was amazing to stand in a place where such turmoil occurred. The Boston massacre is to have been the starting point of the revolutionary war and it is very important to American Identity.
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Reed Junkin
11/25/2013 09:08:16 am
The Boston Massacre sight as well as its monument (although not shown) really reflect the remembrance of those who were harmed during the confrontation. I believe the site and whole aspect of the massacre offer a sense of nationalism and unification for the Americans. Americans now had a more justified reason to group together in defiance of the hated crown.
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