17 juin 1775 - Battle of Bunker Hill
Description:
On June 17, 1775, early in the Revolutionary War (1775-83), the British defeated the Americans at the Battle of Bunker Hill in Massachusetts. Despite their loss, the inexperienced colonial forces inflicted significant casualties against the enemy, and the battle provided them with an important confidence boost during the Siege of Boston (April 1775-March 1776).Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
17 juin 1775
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 250 ans