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"1773" Boston Tea Party" crewneck sweatshirt - For hardcore history lovers

"1773" Boston Tea Party" crewneck sweatshirt - For hardcore history lovers

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If you know the event this design refers to, then you understand why I wrote "for hardcore history folks." If you're not sure what this is all about, you'll find an explanation below.

The sweatshirt: A super soft 7.8 ounce made with 50% cotton / 50% polyester and that has been pre-washed to reduce shrinkage. With ribbed waistband and cuffs.  This is a lightweight sweatshirt, and much lighter than the hooded sweatshirt we offer in other designs. See size chart

Comes with a hang tag that includes a quote from one of the participants and more background on the event.

The "1773" Boston Tea Party design is also available in a crewneck shirtwomen's v-neck, leather patch capembroidered cap, as a handmade braceletvinyl decal, and a sticker.
The historic event behind the design

There's no name or other explanation on the shirt, which is why we labeled it "for hardcore history folks." We asked our Facebook community to explain the history behind the design: 

"The Tea Act of 1773 gave the British East India Company a monopoly on tea sales in America.

On the evening of December 16th, 1773, Bostonians, following the lead of the Sons of Liberty and disguised as Narragansett or Mohawk Indians (sources disagree), boarded three ships and destroyed 342 chests of East India Company tea, which they dumped in the harbor.

The destruction of the tea was the final straw for Parliament and led to the Intolerable Acts of 1774. These closed the port of Boston, instituted a military government, quartered troops among the population, and allowed all British officials charged with a crime to stand trial in Great Britain instead of the Colonies.

Many years later George Hewes, a 31–year–old shoemaker and participant, recalled "We then were ordered by our commander to open the hatches and take out all the chests of tea and throw them overboard. And we immediately proceeded to execute his orders, first cutting and splitting the chests with our tomahawks, so as thoroughly to expose them to the effects of the water."

Thanks to Chuck Burks, Nicole René Shults, Dennis Conley, Janet Raychouni, and Kevin Nelson for their contributions.

As Larisa Moran Prinz commented, "Be a rebel and stump the average person." 

Shipping

Flat-rate shipping: Regardless of the number of items you order, the shipping price for shirts, caps, unframed prints and posters, bracelets, lapel pins, pendants, and button packs is $5.95.

For hooded and crewneck sweatshirts, mugs, and blankets, the shipping cost is $8.95. 

Our flat rate shipping means you can add two or more t-shirts, sweatshirts, or caps for no additional shipping charge.

Learn more about shipping here.

All original designs are copyrighted by The History List

All designs are copyrighted by The History List and the History Nerd text and design on t-shirts is a registered trademark. If you see a knock off, please let me know.

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Nearly everything we offer is designed by us and made in America.

Our original designs are based on our nation’s history and our love of American history. Read more about other things we've created, including The History List, History Camp, and The Pursuit of History, in addition to The History List Store.

All original designs are copyrighted by The History List.

Every product that is made in America states that in the product description and includes the "Made in U.S.A." graphic. There are a relatively small number of items where we’ve not been able to find a manufacturing partner here in the States, but we continue to look.  

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Allen C.J.
73 tea party

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Kenny O.
Great product.

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Emily P.
1773 Boston Tea Party Crewneck <3

Perfect fit and great color! I have received many compliments on this sweatshirt.

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michael s.
1773 Boston Tea Party sweatshirt

Good quality sweatshirt and is as cool as advertised. I will check back in for new offers!

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Ginger Z.
"1773" Crewneck Sweatshirt ROCKS!!!

I totally love my "1773" Boston Tea Party" crewneck sweatshirt!!! It is such a conversation starter!!! Looks great! Feels great! Exactly what I was looking for in a sweatshirt!

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McKell A.
Perfect fit and Beautiful color

I love this brown sweatshirt. I am usually a gray sweatshirt kind of gal, but I decided to give this color a shot, and I'm glad I did! It is unique, true to size, and extra comfy. The material isn't super thick or stiff, which I prefer. I am so happy I bought this piece to show off my love of history.

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Deborah B.

Very pleased with the items I ordered and how quickly I received them. I defintely will be ordering more.

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Robert T.
Love it

Love the sweatshirt, plan on ordering some as Christmas gifts