April 19, 1775 marked the first battles of the American Revolution that led to the birth of the United States. Every schoolchild in America has heard of the action on the Lexington Green and at Concord’s North Bridge. We are now seeking to uncover an additional heroic battlefield that marked an important component of the events of April 19th – the restoration of Parker’s Revenge.
The importance of restoring this historic battle site is not only to tell the story of its significance in the American Revolution but also because the site is situated in the one portion of the Minute Man National Historical Park that is most vulnerable to encroaching development and use. Research, outreach programming, and restoration of the site are vital to the continued engagement and education of the public, site preservation, and as a reminder of our shared history. |