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Siege of Boston
Began in July 1775 after the Battle of Bunker Hill
British occupation
British forces stayed in Boston after the battle
Washington’s goal
Blocked British supplies from entering or leaving the city
Dorchester Heights
A hill that overlooked Boston and gave strategic advantage
March 2–4, 1776
Washington fired artillery to distract the British
March 4, 1776
5,000–6,000 soldiers secretly moved onto Dorchester Heights
British response
General Howe planned to attack on March 7
Snowstorm delay
A strong snowstorm stopped the British attack
March 17, 1776
British troops evacuated Boston
Why it mattered
Major victory for the Continental Army and morale boost