Why did the incident known as the Boston Massacre occur on March 5, 1770?

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The Boston Massacre occurred when British soldiers, who were stationed in Boston to enforce the unpopular Acts of Parliament, panicked during a confrontation with a crowd. The crowd had formed and was taunting and throwing objects at the soldiers. A scuffle broke out, and in the confusion, the soldiers fired into the crowd, killing five civilians. This event escalated tensions between the American colonies and the British government, contributing to the outbreak of the American Revolutionary War.

Why Did the Incident Known as the Boston Massacre Occur