Boston, USA
Population 645,647
Boston Area : 48.4 sq mi
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History
The history of Boston traces back to its indigenous era, occupied by the Massachusett people. European colonization began in 1630, with the arrival of Puritan settlers and the foundation of Boston. The settlement was named after the English town of Boston by its leader Isaac Johnson. Boston thrived as a port city engaged in shipping and fishing during the colonial period, but faced economic challenges before the Revolution.
Key events of the American Revolution unfolded in Boston, including the Boston Tea Party and the Siege of Boston. The city played a significant role in sparking the revolution due to British taxation and military presence. After a year-long siege, the British forces withdrew from Boston following the Patriots' strategic moves in March 1776.
Post-revolution, Boston's seafaring tradition fueled trade, and the city saw growth in manufacturing. Culturally, it became known for its literary and artistic contributions, attracting elites known as Boston Brahmins. The city was a hub for abolitionist movements and reacted strongly to the Fugitive Slave Act.
Boston underwent changes in the 19th century, experiencing an influx of European immigrants, particularly Irish, who significantly impacted the city's demographics and cultural landscape. Land reclamation expanded Boston's area, annexing neighboring towns, and shaping the city's layout as it grew and evolved
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In the 21st century, Boston emerged as a global leader in higher education and academic research. Greater Boston's many colleges and universities include Harvard University and MIT, both located in neighboring Cambridge and both routinely included among the world's most highly ranked universities.
The city is also a national leader in scientific research, law, medicine, engineering, and business. With nearly 5,000 startup companies, the city is considered a global pioneer in innovation and entrepreneurship,and more recently in artificial intelligence.Boston's economic base also includes finance,professional and business services, biotechnology, information technology, and government activities. Households in the city claim the highest average rate of philanthropy in the United States.
Boston businesses and institutions rank among the top in the country for environmental sustainability and new investment.
Boston is sometimes called a "city of neighborhoods" because of the profusion of diverse subsections; the city government's Office of Neighborhood Services has officially designated 23 neighborhoods
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