The Battles of Lexington and Concord: The Shot Heard Around the World

The video explores the historical significance of the 'shot heard round the world' during the battles of Lexington and Concord, marking the start of the American Revolution. It delves into the role of the Minutemen, the events of April 19, 1775, and the uncertainty surrounding who fired the first shot. Eyewitness accounts and primary sources are discussed, along with Ralph Waldo Emerson's poem that immortalized the event. The video clarifies that while the poem captures the spirit of the revolution, it is not about the first shot fired.

How do we know what happened at the battles of Lexington and Concord?

What significance did Ralph Waldo Emerson's poem have regarding the battles?