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Boston’s link to the sea has always been an integral part of her heritage, economy and culture.  It is through the port of Boston that goods and ideas have flowed for centuries.  It is the same port that has been defended so fiercely and has inspired so many to stand up for their rights and liberties.
Old North Church Steeple  

Did You Know?
Did you know that Old North Church's steeple has been replaced twice since the display of the signal lanterns on April 18, 1775? In neither case was the downfall caused by revolution, but by a mighty wind, a nameless storm of October, 1804, and Hurricane Carol, August, 1954.

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