251st Anniversary of Lexington & Concord

The Battles of Lexington and Concord marked the beginning of the American Revolution on April 19, 1775. In this episode, follow the rising tensions between colonists and British forces, the midnight ride of Paul Revere, and the moment the “shot heard round the world” ignited a fight for independence. This story highlights the values of courage, readiness, and the defense of freedom.

Read the full article here: https://familyschool.org/spotlight/shot-roundworld-7

This episode was created using Notebook LM voice-overs and original research by Rosemary Pollock, historian and published author, who holds an MA in U.S. History and an MA in U.S. History with a focus on the History of Science and Medicine.

Produced by Isaac Okawa with American Heritage Worldwide.