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How many attempts did the British take before they got the fort?
3 attempts
Who technically won the Battle Of Bunker Hill?
The British troops
How long did the battle last?
Where in Massachusetts were they fighting
Boston
Why were the Americans forced to retreat?
They ran out of ammunition
Who lost the hill, but felt they won it?
The Americans
When did the battle take place?
June 17, 1775
Where were the American building the the fort?
On Breeds Hill,near British forces
What happened to the Americans fort?
The British claimed for themselves
Who was the leader for the Americans in the battle?
Colonel William Prescott
When did the Americans build their fort?
June 16, 1775
What did they call the hill they fought on?
Bunker Hill
Why did the British attack the Americans fort on the hill?
To take control of the hill and get high ground
Who led the British in the battle?
General William Howe
What were the Americans doing during the night?
Occupying the hill before the British
What was the Actual name of the hill the fought on?
Breed Hill
Why were others inspired of the Americans even after losing?
Because they were able to hold the fort from their attacks
Who was the doctor in the battle?
Doctor Joseph Warren
When were the first shots fired during the revolutionary war, starting the conflict?
In April of 1775
Where were they fighting?
Charlestown, Massachusetts