Lesson 39 of 84 · Glorious Revolution
⭐ 30 XP🏰 History KeepThe Battles of Lexington and Concord
The Battles of Lexington and Concord, fought on April 19, 1775, marked the official start of armed conflict between the American colonies and British forces.
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Be a history detective — read between the dates.
⚡ The twist
What seemed obvious then is often shocking now (and vice versa).
Mind = Blown
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Then & Now
🕰️ The choices made back then are why the world looks like this now.
The Battles of Lexington and Concord, fought on April 19, 1775, marked the official start of armed conflict between the American colonies and British forces. As the British aimed to seize colonial military supplies in Concord, they encountered local militias in Lexington, where the first shots were fired. This encounter sparked a series of confrontations that would escalate into the Revolutionary War. The battles demonstrated the resolve of the colonies to defend their rights and freedoms, igniting widespread participation in the revolutionary cause.
Key Facts
The battles occurred on April 19, 1775.
They marked the beginning of the Revolutionary War.
The phrase 'the shot heard 'round the world' refers to the first shot fired.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What event is often referred to as 'the shot heard 'round the world'?
Why this still matters
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Stretch Challenge
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