17 juin 1775 - Battle of Bunker Hill
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The Battle of Bunker Hill was fought in Charleston, Boston, Massachusetts. This was significant because despite losing their strategic positions, the battle was a significant morale-builder for the inexperienced Americans, convincing them that patriotic dedication could overcome superior British military might. Additionally, the high price of victory at the Battle of Bunker Hill made the British realize that the war with the colonies would be long, tough and costly. The effect on the war was that it boosted the confidence of Americans as they prepared for the next battle.
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