Time Frame
The Battle of Lexington occurred on April 19, 1775, in Lexington, Massachusetts. This battle began the Revolutionary War.
History
Many know the story of Paul Revere riding through the town exclaiming, "The British are Coming! The British are coming!" That was the case, and thanks to his words, 40 minutemen awaited British troops under the command of Capt. John Parker.
The Battle of Lexington occurred on April 19, 1775, in Lexington, Massachusetts. This battle began the Revolutionary War.
History
Many know the story of Paul Revere riding through the town exclaiming, "The British are Coming! The British are coming!" That was the case, and thanks to his words, 40 minutemen awaited British troops under the command of Capt. John Parker.
Significance
British troops were passing through Lexington to head to Concord to steal the settlers' military supplies. The settlers wanted to stop the British from reaching their destination.
Theories/Speculation
The Battle of Lexington began when British soldiers shot at settlers after a single gunshot when off. Historians believe this was an accidental gunshot from one of the settlers.
Conclusion
Although the Battle of Lexington is seen as a victory for the British, when they arrived in Concord, all the supplies had vanished, leading to another battle.
British troops were passing through Lexington to head to Concord to steal the settlers' military supplies. The settlers wanted to stop the British from reaching their destination.
Theories/Speculation
The Battle of Lexington began when British soldiers shot at settlers after a single gunshot when off. Historians believe this was an accidental gunshot from one of the settlers.
Conclusion
Although the Battle of Lexington is seen as a victory for the British, when they arrived in Concord, all the supplies had vanished, leading to another battle.
