About this episode

This episode covers the events leading up to and including the Battle of Bunker Hill, highlighting the formation of the Continental Army and George Washington's appointment as commander-in-chief.

In this episode, James and Audrey follow the American Revolution from the meeting of the Second Continental Congress to the bloody Battle of Bunker Hill. We explore the capture of Fort Ticonderoga, the growing siege of Boston, and the desperate struggle on Breed's Hill that proved colonial militiamen could stand against Britain's professional army. We also examine the staggering cost of Britain's victory and the profound impact the battle had on both sides of the conflict. Finally, we trace the creation of the Continental Army and the appointment of George Washington as commander-in-chief, setting the stage for the war's next chapter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Hosts: James, Audrey

Topics covered

• American Revolution
• Battle of Bunker Hill
• Continental Army
• George Washington
• Siege of Boston
• Colonial Militia
• British Army

Keywords

• Bunker Hill
• George Washington
• Continental Army
• American Revolution
• Siege of Boston
• Fort Ticonderoga
• Colonial Militia
• British Army

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Second Continental Congress

Places: Fort Ticonderoga, Boston, Breed's Hill

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