Spotlight on American History: The Battles of Lexington and Concord

The Revolutionary War is a watershed moment in America's struggle for freedom and liberty. Students will learn why the colonists felt that armed resistance was the only way to make themselves heard and trace the paths taken by the British and the Americans as they moved from Lexington to Concord. Engaging and accessible text is coupled with color photographs and primary source imagery to give students a full understanding of these historic battles.