jun 17, 1775 - Battle of Bunker Hill
Description:
The Battle of Bunker Hill was a significant early conflict of the American Revolutionary War, occurring predominantly on Breed's Hill, near Boston. Although the British forces ultimately won the battle after the colonists ran out of ammunition, the heavy casualties inflicted on the British troops demonstrated the colonists' determination and capability to contend with the professional British army.Added to timeline:
Date:
jun 17, 1775
Now
~ 250 years ago