More Military Action

Green Mountain Boys Vermont’s militia led by Ethan Allen

Joined forces with Benedict Arnold’s militia from Connecticut to capture Fort Ticonderoga on Lake Champlain Took fort by surprise – gained key location and military supplies

Benedict Arnold Captain in Connecticut militia Later turned against Patriot cause Sold military information to the British and led attacks against the Americans

Bunker Hill Militia seized Bunker Hill and Breed’s Hill – strategic locations overlooking Boston Discussion: Low on ammo, militia told “Don’t fire until you see the white’s of their eyes.” What does this mean? Look at interactive map

British victory but they suffered heavy losses British learn defeating Americans will not be quick or easy Look at interactive map