Boston

Boston is the capital city of Massachusetts. It takes up an area of about 48.4 square miles and has a population of 672,942 as of 2025.

Boston was founded in 1630 by Puritans from England seeking religious freedom from the Church of England.

Boston has a rich place in American history. Events like the Boston Tea Party, The Boston Massacre, and many other historical developments have occurred in Boston.

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