What was the significance of the battle of Bunker Hill? What was the significance of Boston Harbor being controlled by the British?

Question

Chung

History

9 July, 19:37

What was the significance of the battle of Bunker Hill? What was the significance of Boston Harbor being controlled by the British?

+2

Answers (1)

Know the Answer?

Choi · Answer 1

On June 17, 1775, early in the Revolutionary War (1775-83), the British defeated the Americans at the Battle of Bunker Hill in Massachusetts. Despite their loss, the inexperienced colonial forces inflicted significant casualties against the enemy, and the battle provided them with an important confidence boost.