The Battle of April 19, 1775 in Lexington, Concord, Lincoln, Arlington, Cambridge, Somerville and Charlestown, Massachusetts

"The Battle of April 19, 1775" by Frank Warren Coburn is a detailed historical exploration of the initial clashes in the American Revolutionary War, specifically the battles of Lexington and Concord. Written in the early 1900s, the book goes beyond the battlefield, examining the strong emotions and reactions of the people living in the towns affected by the conflict. Coburn begins by describing the uneasy atmosphere that led to the fighting on April 19, 1775, showing how British tax laws stirred up anger in the colonies. He explains how communities organized themselves as problems grew, creating local militias and alert networks to watch for British troop movements. Drawing from historical records and personal stories, Coburn sets the stage to show how ordinary people became fighters in the quest for freedom, hinting at the disorder and bravery that would define the battles.