1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:18,859 Hi there. Today we're in the city of Boston in the state of Massachusetts. 2 00:00:18,859 --> 00:00:23,859 This is a world-class city with a friendly, welcoming feel to it. 3 00:00:23,859 --> 00:00:41,840 Fennell Hall Marketplace and Quincy Market in the heart of Boston are wonderful places to go shopping or to enjoy a meal with friends. 4 00:00:41,840 --> 00:00:47,840 But this area also has great historic significance for Boston. 5 00:00:47,840 --> 00:00:51,840 It was here that Boston's Sons of Liberty used to meet. 6 00:00:51,840 --> 00:00:56,679 They are a group formed to challenge the harsh law and order forced on the colonies by Great 7 00:00:56,679 --> 00:01:01,179 Britain, especially in the form of taxes. 8 00:01:01,179 --> 00:01:10,739 This is a statue of Samuel Adams, one of America's founding fathers. 9 00:01:10,739 --> 00:01:14,700 I'm here with Officer Pagan from the Boston Police Department to find out about law and 10 00:01:14,700 --> 00:01:16,659 order here in Boston. 11 00:01:16,659 --> 00:01:19,459 Can you tell us a little bit about the police force here in Boston? 12 00:01:19,459 --> 00:01:25,359 Yes, the Boston Police Department was founded in 1854 with 250 officers. 13 00:01:25,920 --> 00:01:33,599 We currently have 2,174 police officers sworn and 751 civilians, 14 00:01:33,980 --> 00:01:36,459 and we are a national model for community policing. 15 00:01:37,340 --> 00:01:39,019 What's the greatest part of your job? 16 00:01:39,579 --> 00:01:42,719 The greatest part of the job is the community interaction, 17 00:01:43,379 --> 00:01:47,500 being out in the community and being able to help someone. 18 00:01:47,500 --> 00:01:54,219 And sometimes you have very bad days, and that one person that says thank you for doing your job makes the whole day better. 19 00:01:55,099 --> 00:01:59,200 What are the most common problems you face trying to maintain law and order here in Boston? 20 00:01:59,640 --> 00:02:03,840 The main problem is getting the community to understand that not all police officers are bad 21 00:02:03,840 --> 00:02:07,540 and that we are here to do our job and take care of everyone in our community. 22 00:02:07,540 --> 00:02:10,840 Do you have any special advice for visiting tourists? 23 00:02:11,520 --> 00:02:12,939 I say come to Boston. 24 00:02:12,939 --> 00:02:16,479 We are a historical city with a lot of stuff to do. 25 00:02:17,099 --> 00:02:20,479 And we ask you that if you come to Boston, just vueltate bien. 26 00:02:25,379 --> 00:02:28,060 Beacon Hill is the most affluent area of Boston. 27 00:02:28,599 --> 00:02:34,800 This neighborhood is known for its elegant 19th century townhouses and narrow brick streets with working gas lamps. 28 00:02:37,060 --> 00:02:42,860 The Swan boat ride on the water here has been running since 1877. 29 00:02:42,860 --> 00:02:49,860 The two resident live swans, named Romeo and Juliet, are local celebrities. 30 00:02:49,860 --> 00:02:56,300 At 240 meters, the John Hancock Tower is the tallest building in Boston. 31 00:02:56,300 --> 00:03:02,300 Its glass design shows reflections of the different styles of architecture surrounding it. 32 00:03:04,300 --> 00:03:09,300 Established in 1636, Harvard is the oldest university in the United States. 33 00:03:09,300 --> 00:03:15,300 Its history, influence, and wealth have made it one of the most prestigious universities in the world. 34 00:03:15,300 --> 00:03:24,389 Rowing is a sport often associated with Boston and Harvard. 35 00:03:24,389 --> 00:03:28,389 I'm here with Dan at the Harry Parker Boathouse on the Charles River. 36 00:03:28,389 --> 00:03:31,389 Dan, why is rowing so popular here? 37 00:03:31,389 --> 00:03:37,389 Well, Boston is one of the meccas of rowing in the U.S., and there's a big tradition, a long tradition here in Boston. 38 00:03:37,389 --> 00:03:41,389 We have the head of the Charles Regatta every year. It's the world's largest rowing event. 39 00:03:41,389 --> 00:03:43,389 What's the hardest part to master? 40 00:03:43,389 --> 00:03:49,030 master? The hardest part I think you'll find today is the balancing of the boat. 41 00:03:49,030 --> 00:03:53,509 The boats can be very tippy and even if you're a strong athlete you first have 42 00:03:53,509 --> 00:03:59,789 to learn how to balance the shells. Can we try it? Sure. Oh great. 43 00:04:13,389 --> 00:04:26,029 I'll see you next time in Williamsburg, Virginia.