Son of Liberty, Man of Law: John Adams & the Boston Massacre Trial
- 2022
- 20m
In 1770, the Boston Massacre and its ensuing trials represented a critical moment in Colonial America: Would mob rule determine the fate of the accused British soldiers, or would the rule of... Read allIn 1770, the Boston Massacre and its ensuing trials represented a critical moment in Colonial America: Would mob rule determine the fate of the accused British soldiers, or would the rule of law and commitment to principle persevere? John Adams demonstrated a prescient dedication... Read allIn 1770, the Boston Massacre and its ensuing trials represented a critical moment in Colonial America: Would mob rule determine the fate of the accused British soldiers, or would the rule of law and commitment to principle persevere? John Adams demonstrated a prescient dedication to both the presumption of innocence and the right to a fair trial by serving as counsel ... Read all