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The American Revolution

Bunker Hill Aftermath, June 17, 1775

On June 17, 1775, the British took the high ground, but at tremendous cost.

06/17/2025

FromKen Burns

The American Revolution

Bunker Hill Aftermath, June 17, 1775

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On June 17, 1775, the British took the high ground, but at tremendous cost.

The Battle of Bunker Hill was 250 years ago. On June 17, 1775, the British took the high ground, but at tremendous cost. The American Revolution, a film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, premieres Nov. 16.

06/17/2025

FromKen Burns

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