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The British assault on Breed's Hill and the burning of Charlestown were the first major battles of the American Revolution; after the events at Boston there was no turning back. This detailed text by Brendan Morrissey explores the opposing commanders and forces involved, whilst describing how the sparks at Lexington and Concord ignited the smouldering resentment of the Colonists into the flame of a rebellion. Colonist militia were pitted against British Redcoats in a series of struggles which led the British to evacuate Boston and to George Washington taking command of the fledgling American army. Read more ISBN10 1855323621 ISBN13 978-1855323629 Edition First Edition Language English Publisher Osprey Publishing Dimensions 7.25 x 0.3 x 9.75 inches Item Weight 12.8 ounces Reading age 1 year and up Print length 96 pages Part of series Campaign Publication date May 15, 1995