Dorchester Heights - 06/15/25

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Siege of Boston

Began in July 1775 after the Battle of Bunker Hill

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British occupation

British forces stayed in Boston after the battle

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Washington’s goal

Blocked British supplies from entering or leaving the city

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Dorchester Heights

A hill that overlooked Boston and gave strategic advantage

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March 2–4, 1776

Washington fired artillery to distract the British

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March 4, 1776

5,000–6,000 soldiers secretly moved onto Dorchester Heights

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British response

General Howe planned to attack on March 7

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Snowstorm delay

A strong snowstorm stopped the British attack

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March 17, 1776

British troops evacuated Boston

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Why it mattered

Major victory for the Continental Army and morale boost

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