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When was the first issue of the Boston Gazette published?

December 21, 1719
January 1, 1700
July 4, 1776
September 3, 1732

Answer

The first issue of the Boston Gazette was published on December 21, 1719. It was established by William Brooker, who had just been appointed Postmaster of Boston. The newspaper played a significant role in early American history, particularly during the years leading up to the American Revolution.