jan 1, 1775 - The Battles of Lexington and Concord
Description:
on 19 April 1775, the famous 'shot heard 'round the world', marked the start of the American War of Independence (1775-83). Politically disastrous for the British, it persuaded many Americans to take up arms and support the cause of independence.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1775
Now
~ 250 years ago