Episode 4 of 4
Repeal of the Boston Port Act
- When
- 1 January 1776
- Where
- Parliament of Great Britain
The Boston Port Act was repealed on 1 January 1776 by section 42 of the Prohibitory Act 1776.
This repeal occurred as the conflict between the colonies and Britain escalated, eventually leading to the outbreak of the Revolutionary War in April 1775 and the declaration of independence in 1776.
Sources
- Boston Port Act Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-15
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