Bunker Hill Day - June 17th, 2025
Bunker Hill Day is just around the corner, folks! Mark those calendars for June 17th, 2025, and get ready to celebrate one of the most pivotal moments of American history. What's the big deal? The fight that took place on June 17, 1775, was more than just a skirmish between the Continental Army and the British forces - it was a turning point in the American Revolutionary War. Although technically considered a British victory, the heavy losses they incurred made it clear that the colonists weren't going to be pushed around. It was a major morale-booster for the Continental Army, proving that they could stand against the might of the British Empire. The Road to June 17th In the months leading up to the battle, tensions between the British and the colonists were escalating. The British, determined to crush the rebellion, had been amassing troops in Boston. Meanwhile, the Continental Army, led by General William Prescott, was preparing to defend the city. When news broke t...