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The British withdrew from Boston in 1776 after American troops, led by General Thomas, secured Dorchester Heights with fortifications and cannons. The American forces could hit any British ship in the harbor from this location forcing the British to withdraw.

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Why did Britain withdrew from Boston?

The British withdrew from Boston because canon were placed on Dorchester eights, overlooking Boston. This made the British position untenable as the town could be bombarded from the heights and the British could not effectively fire back. So they withdrew.


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What city did the British army captured in 1776?

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What is the British occupation of boston?

The British occupation of Boston was one of the beginning campaigns of the American Revolutionary war. It began in 1774 and lasted until 1776.


Which British general abandoned Boston in 1776 because the American cannons threatened Boston harbor?

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Which city did the British retreat from in March 1776?

The British left Boston in March 1776. They left for Canada to regroup to fight in other places including New York.


When did the British flee Boston?

The British evacuated the city on March 17, 1776, after the patriots had fortified Dorchester Heights.


When was the battle of the bunker hills?

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