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The Battle of April 19, 1775 / in Lexington, Concord, Lincoln, Arlington, Cambridge, Somerville and Charlestown, Massachusetts

By Frank Warren Coburn
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The author compiles a comprehensive, town-by-town account of the opening engagements of the American Revolution, reconstructing British advances, colonial alarms, skirmishes, and retreats along the nearly twenty-mile route through nearby towns. Based on official reports, sworn statements, diaries, letters, local histories, maps, illustrations, and muster rolls, the narrative traces troop movements, key encounters such as the Lexington common clash and the fight at the North Bridge in Concord, casualty lists, distances marched, and contemporary responses. It situates actions within local geography, reconciles conflicting eyewitness testimony, and supplies maps, engravings, and appendices to support a detailed reconstruction of the day’s operations.

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Frank Warren Coburn

Frank Warren Coburn was an American author known for his historical writings, particularly focusing on the events of the American Revolutionary War. His notable work, "The Battle of April 19, 1775," provides a detailed account of the pivotal battles that took place in Lexington, Concord, and surrounding areas in Massachusetts. Coburn's writing contributes to the understanding of early American history and the significance of these battles in the fight for independence. Through his work, he captures the essence of the revolutionary spirit and the complexities of the conflict.

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