The attack by Massachusetts colonists on the home of lieutenant governor and chief justice Thomas Hutchinson:

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The attack on Thomas Hutchinson's home made him believe that effective British rule could only come at the cost of some colonial liberties. This event, known as the "Hutchinson Affair," reflected the growing tension between the colonists and British authorities leading up to the American Revolution. There is no evidence that the attack convinced Hutchinson that the Stamp Act was unwise or that it led Parliament to repeal the Townshend Acts immediately. While Samuel and John Adams were involved in protesting British policies, there is no indication they took part in the attack on Hutchinson's home.

The Attack by Massachusetts Colonists on the Home of Lieutenant