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Boston, Massachusetts
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On the night of April 18, 1775, two lanterns were hung in the church's steeple to signal Paul Revere that the British were advancing by sea, sparking his famous midnight ride.
The church is an excellent example of Georgian architecture, characterized by its symmetrical design and classic proportions.
Built in 1723, it has been a place of worship for over 300 years, making it a significant historical landmark in Boston.
The church is immortalized in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem, 'Paul Revere's Ride,' which recounts the events leading up to the American Revolution.
Beneath the church lies a crypt where over 1,000 bodies are interred, offering a glimpse into the burial practices of colonial Boston.
The church houses a set of eight change-ringing bells, the first of their kind in North America, installed in 1744.
As one of the 16 historic sites on the trail, it attracts visitors interested in exploring the city's rich revolutionary history.
