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Plan of the Battle of Bunker Hill, Boston, Massachusetts, 1775 (c1880)
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Plan of the Battle of Bunker Hill, Boston, Massachusetts, 1775 (c1880)
Plan of the Battle of Bunker Hill, Boston, Massachusetts, 1775 (c1880). Showing the first and second positions of the troops. Although the British won the battle, they suffered heavy casualties and were unable to break the rebel siege of Boston. The battle proved that the Colonial militia was capable of standing up to the British regular army. A print from Cassells History of the United States, by Edmund Ollier, Volume II, Cassell Petter and Galpin, London, c1880
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This print showcases the intricate "Plan of the Battle of Bunker Hill" that took place in Boston, Massachusetts in 1775. Despite the British emerging victorious, this historic battle left them with significant losses and failed to break the rebel siege on Boston. The image depicts both the initial and subsequent positions of troops involved in this pivotal conflict during the American Revolutionary War. The significance of this battle lies not only in its outcome but also in what it revealed about the capabilities of Colonial militia against the formidable British regular army. This print from Cassells History of the United States, by Edmund Ollier, Volume II, offers a glimpse into an era when America was fighting for its independence. The monochrome engraving transports us back to eighteenth-century America, capturing a moment that shaped history. It serves as a reminder that rebellion can thrive even against seemingly insurmountable odds. As we examine this map-like illustration closely, we are reminded of how geography played a crucial role in determining military strategies during times of revolution. This print is more than just an artistic representation; it symbolizes resilience and determination within a nation striving for freedom. Its historical value is immeasurable as it sheds light on one chapter among many that led to the birth of modern-day United States.
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