Founded is a history podcast that takes a look at the stories you missed in history class about the founding of the United States of America. Instead of boring you with dates to memorize, we're digging into the drama of the Founding Fathers because that tea was piping hot before AND after they dumped it into the harbor on that Boston night! There still might be a test though so listen up and learn something but most importantly, let's have fun finding out who FOUNDED the United States of America.
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Founded is a history podcast that takes a look at the stories you missed in history class about the founding of the United States of America. Instead of boring you with dates to memorize, we're digging into the drama of the Founding Fathers because that tea was piping hot before AND after they dumped it into the harbor on that Boston night! There still might be a test though so listen up and learn something but most importantly, let's have fun finding out who FOUNDED the United States of America.
How much do you know about Thomas Hutchinson? Did you ever hear about Thomas in history class? Why did some colonists continue to side with the British even with their taxes and overreach? Do you know how the social system work in the 13 colonies before the revolution? How long have historians been writing history?
On today’s episode of Founded we’re finding out all about Thomas Hutchinson. He may have been a villain to some, but is that all he was? By exploring Hutchinson’s story we can gain a lot more perspective on the big picture. The patriots targeted him for his commitment to the crown, the various positions in government he held, and more- it’s time to hear his side of the story.
Key Players:
Thomas Hutchinson: Lt Governor of Massachusetts Bay colony and Chief Justice of Boston, loved being British, hated conflict
Belcher: Royal Governor of Massachusetts Bay colony Late 1730’s-Early 1740’s, known for Land Bank Debacle, mentor of Thomas Hutchinson
William Shirley: Royal Governor of Massachusetts Bay colony 1740’s- mid 1750’s, Friend of Thomas Hutchinson
Thomas Pownall: Royal Governor of Massachusetts Bay colony 1757-1760, lowkey corrupt, created problems for Thomas Hutchinson
Francis Bernard: Royal Governor of Massachusetts Bay colony 1760-1769, created more problems for Thomas Hutchinson
James Otis Jr: Lightening boy, prominent Boston lawyer, enemy of Thomas Hutchinson, patriot
Reverend Mayhew: Known for fiery and often political sermons delivered from the pulpit, patriot
Sources
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Founded
Founded is a history podcast that takes a look at the stories you missed in history class about the founding of the United States of America. Instead of boring you with dates to memorize, we're digging into the drama of the Founding Fathers because that tea was piping hot before AND after they dumped it into the harbor on that Boston night! There still might be a test though so listen up and learn something but most importantly, let's have fun finding out who FOUNDED the United States of America.
