Lexington and Concord (apr 19, 1765 – apr 19, 1765)
Description:
The Battles of Lexington and Concord 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:
apr 19, 1765
apr 19, 1765
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