The Battle of Bunker Hill marked the first major clash of the American Revolutionary War, fought on June 17, 1775, just outside Boston. Though technically a British victory, it came at a staggering cost—over 1,000 British soldiers killed or wounded—proving that American militia could stand toe-to-toe with the most powerful army in the world. As colonial forces fortified Breed’s Hill under cover of night, they awaited the advancing Redcoats with grit and determination. The cry "Don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes!" echoed as a symbol of resolve and limited ammunition. This pivotal battle ignited American confidence, galvanized support for independence, and showed the world that the fight for liberty had truly begun. Bunker Hill was not just a hill—it was a message. We will not yield. We will defend 1776.
