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Raising of the Liberty Flag
- When
- 1774
- Where
- Taunton, Massachusetts
The Sons of Liberty raised a flag in Taunton in 1774, an event known as the 'Liberty & Union' or 'Taunton' flag raising.
In 1774, the Sons of Liberty raised a flag in Taunton, Massachusetts. This historic event occurred prior to the American Revolution. Some accounts identify the Taunton Green as the site of this raising, which is referred to as the 'Liberty & Union' or 'Taunton' flag.
Sources
- Taunton, Massachusetts Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-11
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