What instigated the conflict in Boston? Many taxes against the colonists followed by British soldiers in their towns. What occurred during the conflict? The colonists started to call the British soldiers names like “lobsters”, and “redcoats”. Who provoked the Boston Massacre? Boston Massacre The Bloody Massacre, Paul Revere’s engraving of The Boston Massacre, 1770 Date […]
Which side of Cape Cod is warmer?
south side. Actually, it’s my understanding that the ocean side, that is, the south side of Cape Cod, generally has the warmer water, although the bay side can get warm if the water is shallow. What is the warmest part of Cape Cod? Cape Cod’s Nantucket Sound have the warmest (if not of the most […]
Is Cape Cod a Cape or peninsula?
Upon the completion of the canal separating the Cape from mainland Massachusetts in 1916, Cape Cod was officially declared an island, not a peninsula. Is Cape Cod really a cape? Since 1914, most of Cape Cod has been separated from the mainland by the Cape Cod Canal. The canal cuts 7 miles (11 km) roughly […]
Can you swim in Cape Cod in July?
Yes, you can swim in July. The only beaches that might be too cold & the waves too high for a little one are those of the National Seashore – which are found along the ocean side on the lower Cape (toward the tip). The bay side beaches are perfect for toddlers, so look for […]
Why was it the colonists fault for the Boston Massacre?
Tensions ran high in Boston in early 1770. More than 2,000 British soldiers occupied the city of 16,000 colonists and tried to enforce Britain’s tax laws, like the Stamp Act and Townshend Acts.To protest taxes, patriots often vandalized stores selling British goods and intimidated store merchants and their customers. Why was the Boston Massacre The […]
Is Martha’s Vineyard or Nantucket better for a day trip?
They are both beautiful, Martha’s Vineyard is larger & has more to see and do. There are 6 towns on the Vineyard. Nantucket has one town and is quite charming. It really is a personal choice. Can you do Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket in a day? But even when in Nirvana, sometimes you just want […]
Is there a speed limit in the Cape Cod Canal?
They have the right of way. A 10 MPH speed limit and “no excessive wake” is in effect for Cleveland Ledge and Hog Island channels and the land cut of the Cape Cod Canal. Do canals have speed limits? On our network the speed limit on most canals is 4 miles per hour and on […]
Who was most responsible for the closing of Boston Harbor?
On March 25, 1774, British Parliament passes the Boston Port Act, closing the port of Boston and demanding that the city’s residents pay for the nearly $1 million worth (in today’s money) of tea dumped into Boston Harbor during the Boston Tea Party of December 16, 1773. Why was Boston Harbor closed by the Boston […]
What’s the speed limit in the Cape Cod Canal?
They have the right of way. A 10 MPH speed limit and “no excessive wake” is in effect for Cleveland Ledge and Hog Island channels and the land cut of the Cape Cod Canal. Is there a speed limit in the Cape Cod Canal? There is no specified numerical speed limit for the Cape Cod […]
What does cape mean as in Cape Cod?
In geography, a cape is a headland or a promontory of large size extending into a body of water, usually the sea. A cape usually represents a marked change in trend of the coastline which makes them prone to natural forms of erosion, mainly tidal actions. Why is Cape Cod called the Cape? Cape Cod […]
Is there a bridge from Martha’s Vineyard to Nantucket?
No. Both are separate islands with no bridges to the mainland. You can bring a car over to both of them via the car ferry. How do you get from Martha’s Vineyard to Nantucket? Both regular and high-speed passenger ferries can take you from Boston to Provincetown (seasonally) and to the islands of Nantucket and […]
Is Baltimore like Boston?
Baltimore is the arch-opposite of Boston. When it does capture the national imagination, it’s in a Dickensian way. You know what I mean, David Simon? The city won’t live “The Wire” down for a long time to come. Is Boston or Baltimore bigger? Also Baltimore is larger than Boston is city wise at 92 sq […]
How many beaches does Boston have?
If you’re visiting Boston, you can easily make a side trip to the Cape to enjoy some of New England’s best beaches. The Cape, a large hook-shaped peninsula just south of Boston, boasts almost 660 miles of coastline. With around 60 public beaches, the Cape offers you plenty of gorgeous spots to enjoy the water. […]
Is Martha’s Vineyard affordable?
Cheap Travel on the Island While one-way fares are $1.25 per town, passengers can save and ride around to their hearts content with a one- or three-day pass. It’s a great budget-friendly way to see the 100-square-mile island of Martha’s Vineyard on a budget. An alternative way to get around the island is to pedal […]
Is Hamptons close to Martha’s Vineyard?
The distance between Martha’s Vineyard Island and The Hamptons is 105 miles. How do I travel from Martha’s Vineyard Island to The Hamptons without a car? The best way to get from Martha’s Vineyard Island to The Hamptons without a car is to car ferry and bus and train and taxi which takes 9h 3m […]