In December 1773 , nearly a third of Boston’s population attended a mass meeting, largest to date, protesting the Tea Act. The British East Indian Company was granted complete rights to the tea being imported into America. A number of men, dressed in Indian clothing, ambushed the first three ships that were carrying the newly taxed tea. Shortly after this act of defiance the harsh British reaction turned the resistance into a rebellion.
The parliament imposed imperial authority on Massachusetts, which closed the Boston port, hurting the maritime economy. They removed the ability to try British officials that were accused of crimes against America. With their economy facing certain ruin, all the towns attempts at reform and redress failed. Shortly after an appeal was sent to Philadelphia and New York was sent asking all Americans to boycott the trade with Great Britain. New York merchants composed the Continental Congress, ultimately leading to the independence of America.
The Boston Tea Party may be considered the first act of physical rebellion that led up to the Revolution. This allowed for the reasoning and wanting of becoming independent from British rule to come into action. In terms of relevance, I feel like it deserves a 8 out of 10. Although this occurred in Boston, it’s the start to the Revolution, that the colonies, including New York, took a part in.