Lesson 39 of 84 · American Revolution
⭐ 30 XP🏰 History KeepThe Battles of Lexington and Concord
The Battles of Lexington and Concord took place on April 19, 1775, and were the first military engagements of the American Revolutionary War.
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The Battles of Lexington and Concord took place on April 19, 1775, and were the first military engagements of the American Revolutionary War. The British troops marched to seize colonial weapons, but the colonists were ready to defend themselves. The first shot fired is known as 'the shot heard 'round the world.' These battles marked the start of the colonists’ fight for independence and showed their determination to stand up against British rule.
Key Facts
The battles happened on April 19, 1775.
They were the first battles of the American Revolutionary War.
The first shot is called 'the shot heard 'round the world.'
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