Question

How does the engraving tell a different story from the above description of the boston massacre

Answer 1

The engraving of the Boston Massacre, created by Paul Revere, shows the Boston Massacre as an incident when the British military opens up fire on a group of unarmed colonists. In this engraving, it appears that the colonists are peaceful and that the attack is unprovoked.

However, what the engraving does not show, is the fact that this started due to American colonists protesting and throwing objects at the British military trying to maintain order.

Paul Revere exaggerates what the Boston Massacre looked like in order to persuade colonists that the British military was tyrannical. This would be used as a piece of propaganda to persuade some colonists to join the independence movement that was gaining momentum at this time.

Answer 2

The engraving shows the British soldiers shooting at peaceful unarmed colonists and gives the impression that more than 5 people were killed. This is an example of colonial propaganda.