The American Revolutionary War
Time: Thursday Apr 20, 1775
Place: U.S.
Details: The American Revolutionary War began on April 19, 1775, with the Battles of Lexington and Concord and the Siege of Boston.
‹ Earlier in historyLondon sent British troops to occupy Boston1775 Later in history ›Joined the Continental Congress in PhiladelphiaFriday May 5, 1775
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