This document discusses the history and development of the city of Boston from its founding in 1630 by Puritan colonists as a small town on the Shawmut Peninsula through its growth into a major seaport and center of trade and culture by the 18th century. It grew rapidly in the 19th century with immigrants fueling its expansion and development. By the early 20th century, Boston had established itself as one of the most important cities in the United States, known for its educational and cultural institutions.
This document discusses the history and development of the city of Boston from its founding in 1630 by Puritan colonists as a small town on the Shawmut Peninsula through its growth into a major seaport and center of trade and culture by the 18th century. It grew rapidly in the 19th century with immigrants fueling its expansion and development. By the early 20th century, Boston had established itself as one of the most important cities in the United States, known for its educational and cultural institutions.
This document discusses the history and development of the city of Boston from its founding in 1630 by Puritan colonists as a small town on the Shawmut Peninsula through its growth into a major seaport and center of trade and culture by the 18th century. It grew rapidly in the 19th century with immigrants fueling its expansion and development. By the early 20th century, Boston had established itself as one of the most important cities in the United States, known for its educational and cultural institutions.
This document discusses the history and development of the city of Boston from its founding in 1630 by Puritan colonists as a small town on the Shawmut Peninsula through its growth into a major seaport and center of trade and culture by the 18th century. It grew rapidly in the 19th century with immigrants fueling its expansion and development. By the early 20th century, Boston had established itself as one of the most important cities in the United States, known for its educational and cultural institutions.