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American War of Independence

The Battle of Lexington, 19 April 1775
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Battles of Lexington and Concord

The Battles of Lexington and Concord on 19 April 1775, the famous ‘shot heard ‘round the world’, marked the start of the American War of Independence (1775-83).

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Detail from 'Destruction of the Floating Batteries, Gibraltar, 14 September 1782'

Destruction of the Floating Batteries, Gibraltar, 14 September 1782

This painting by George Carter captures a pivotal moment in the Siege of Gibraltar, a contest for control of this strategic Mediterranean base during the American War of Independence.

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The death of Major Pierson and the defeat of the French attack on Jersey, 1781

American War of Independence: Key battles

In 1775, Britain’s American colonies rebelled in a bid for independence. The British Army performed fairly well against the rebels, but it was unable to prevent the loss of territory following French and Spanish entry into the war.

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Battle of Bunker Hill, June 1775

American War of Independence: Outbreak

In 1775, political and economic concerns led the inhabitants of Britain’s 13 American colonies to rise up in revolt. The subsequent conflict divided families and communities across North America.

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With friends like these: The Americans

With friends like these: The Americans

In this video, we look at how changing national interests have affected Britain's military relationship with the United States from the 18th century to the present day.

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Battle of Lexington, 1775

Battles of Lexington and Concord

The Battles of Lexington and Concord on 19 April 1775, the famous ‘shot heard ‘round the world’, marked the start of the American War of Independence (1775-83).

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‘The Compleat Victory’ book cover
Talk At Museum / Online

17 January 2025, 12.00pm

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‘The Compleat Victory’: Saratoga and the American Revolution

Explore the events of the Battle of Saratoga, a key turning point of the American War of Independence, with Professor Kevin Weddle of the US Army War College.

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Satirical print depicting a country squire starting back in horror at seeing his son dressed as a macaroni, 1774
Talk At Museum / Online

28 February 2025, 12.00pm

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A Macaroni in the Barracks: Sexuality on Trial in Revolutionary America

Join John Gilbert McCurdy as he tells the story of Robert Newburgh, a British Army chaplain whose trial reveals the link between sexuality and revolution in the late 18th century.

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