1775

Lexington, MA
19 April 1775
First shots fired in the Revolution. "The shot heard ’round the world." On April 14, 1959, Congress recognized the importance of Lexington and Concord by creating Minute Man National Historical Park.
Concord, MA
19 April 1775
American militia defeated British regulars.
Fort Ticonderoga, NY
10 May 1775
Americans captured fort and its artillery.
Bunker Hill, MA
17 June 1775
British drove Americans from Bunker Hill. On October 1, 1974, Congress recognized the importance of Bunker Hill by creating Boston National Historical Park.
3 July 1775
George Washington assumes command of Continental Army.
Ninety-Six, SC
10-21 Nov. 1775
Patriots sieged by Tories. Ended in truce. On August 19, 1976 Congress recognized the importance of Ninety Six by creating Ninety Six National Historic Site.
Great Bridge, VA
11 Dec. 1775
Virginia and North Carolina patriots routed Loyalist troops and burned Norfolk
Great Canebrake, SC
22 Dec. 1775
Col.Thomson with 1500 rangers and militia captured a force of Loyalists.
Snow Campaign, SC
23-30 Dec. 1775
During campaign against Loyalists in the Upcountry Patriot militia impeded by 15" of snow.

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