History of Massachusetts, for Two Hundred Years: From the Year 1620 to 1820 (Classic Reprint)

Excerpt from History of Massachusetts, for Two Hundred Years: From the Year 1620 to 1820

The continuance of the British troops in the province was a subject of deep and constant complaint. For there could be no reason given for retaining them, but to compel obedience to severe and oppressive acts of the parent government. None but arbitrary measures would be Opposed by so loyal and sober a people. Some of the ministry were opposed to sending or continuing them in the province; and many members of the house of commons condemned it as an impolitic measure. But the majority believed the statements of Governor Bernard, and therefore advised to it; and when requested to withdraw them, chose to try the experiment a little longer. The troops were kept in strict discipline, for some months; and few complaints Were made of gross insults offered to the people.

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