George R.T. Hewes wrote the following reminiscence of the Boston Tea Party almost 61 years after it occurred. It is likely that his memories included more than a few stories he picked up well after 1773. Nonetheless Hews provides a highly detailed account of this important event.
Although this is a primary source due to the person being a part of the act, it is not entirely reliable due to the fact that it was written almost 61 years after the act.