Question

Write an account of the Boston Massacre from the point of view of a British soldier involved in the event.

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

As I had arrived to the scene, the mob was already throwing numerous items at us. I got into formation with the other troops. Most of us didn't even want to be there. The citizens were furious, taunting us and telling us to shoot. Moments later a shot rung out and other soldiers followed suit. I didn't want to do it but I was afraid of punishment by a higher ranking officer. I lifted up my barrel and shot into the crowd. Bodies were piling up. The crowd dispursed and it was just the wounded and dead left. The weight on my chest was immense. I couldn't sleep that night. They were innocent people.....