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The Battles of Lexington and Concord, fought on April 19, 1775, marked the beginning of armed conflict between the American colonies and British forces.
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The Battles of Lexington and Concord, fought on April 19, 1775, marked the beginning of armed conflict between the American colonies and British forces. British troops aimed to seize colonial weapons stored in Concord, but were met by local militias in Lexington. The first shots fired at Lexington are famously referred to as 'the shot heard 'round the world,' symbolizing the start of the American Revolution. The battles demonstrated the colonists' willingness to fight for their rights and marked a significant escalation in the conflict between Britain and its colonies.
Key Facts
The Battles of Lexington and Concord occurred on April 19, 1775.
The first shots at Lexington are known as 'the shot heard 'round the world.'
These battles marked the start of the American Revolutionary War.
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1 of 2What event is known as 'the shot heard 'round the world'?
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