The Battles of Lexington and Concord

The Battles of Lexington and Concord are often glossed over in history books as the beginning of the American Revolution in April 1777. However, how they fit in with the events before and after the war, and are well worth reading about. This book provides a detailed look at these famous battles, including the mysterious first shot of the war, also called " the shot heard round the world." Beautiful portraits of the events, interesting sidebars offering more information, and a timeline of the entire war makes this a beneficial resource of this period in American history.