Posted on Jun 17, 2025

Battle of Bunker Hill begins | June 17, 1775 | HISTORY

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American Colonel William Prescott reportedly told his men, “Don’t one of you fire until you see the whites of their eyes!”

Battle of Bunker Hill begins | June 17, 1775 | HISTORY

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Lt Col Charlie Brown

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Excellent history share.

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SGT Aaron Atwood

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My 5-greats grandfather was one of multiple drummers there supporting the defenders. He was born and raised in the very area, and learned how to play the drum by watching and listening to the British Army drummers garrisoned in Boston before the revolution broke out.

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Battle of Bunker Hill begins | June 17, 1775 | HISTORY

Battle of Bunker Hill begins | June 17, 1775 | HISTORY

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