Medal - History of the American Revolution Pent-up Tension Triggers Boston Massacre
| Location | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1970 |
| Type | Commemorative medal |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.4 g |
| Diameter | 31.85 mm |
| Thickness | 2.15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Edge | Plain with inscription |
| Period | |
| Notice | |
| Reference(s) | Franklin#ARS-6 |
| Obverse description | |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | PN PENT-UP TENSION TRIGGERS BOSTON MASSACRE 1770 |
| Reverse description | |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering | MARCH 5, 1770 Tensions between Bostonians and the British erupts into rioting. Troops fire on mob, killing 5 and wounding 6. Court tries, frees 5 soldiers, brands 2 others. FM |
| Mintage | |
| Numisquare ID | 5310853520 |
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