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British military leaders in the colonies grew uneasy when local militias seemed to be preparing for action. The government of Massachusetts, Thomas Cage, learned that a stockpile of weapons was stored in Concord, about 20 miles from Boston. In April 1775 he decided to seize the supplies.
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About how many miles did the British troops march from Lexington to Concord?
They came from Boston’s Charlestown by boat and landed to walk to Lexington and Concord. It is about 20 miles from Boston. One of the problems they encountered was their wet boots from the landing and they got blisters. Plus, it was a hot day and they wore red wool uniforms which also caused them problems and they had no water.
When did Colonists and British troops confront at Lexington?
The battle of Lexington was on Lexington Green, Massachusetts on April 19th 1775 between the rebels and the government forces. British won.
Why is Lexington important?
The British generally wanted to invade Concord to take the colonists storage of arms, ammunition, and political leaders. Minutemen at Lexington tried to stop the British and this battle marked the beginning of the American Revolution. The Battle of Lexington was the first official shooting between the Colonists and the British.
Describe the Battle of Lexington and Concord?
The Battle of Lexington and Concord was the first armed conflict between British forces and the 13 colonies in North America. It was fought on April, 19, 1775 in the towns of Lexington, Concord, Lincoln, and Menotomy near Boston in Massachusetts. This battle heralded the era of open armed conflict between the Continental army and British forces.
What was the first American battle victory?
The first victory for the Colonialists was in Concord, Massachusetts at the start of the war. It was here that the Colonies formed up regulars to fight against the British on their march from Lexington. They eventually pushed the British back to the safety of Charlestown which would later lead to the siege of Boston.
