The Battle of Bunker Hill

On June 17, 1775, British forces attacked the colonists at the Battle of Bunker Hill. Bunker Hill was the initial objective for both sides, however, much of the batlle ended up taking places adjacently at Breed's Hill. William Prescott was the leader of the colonial troops. The British constantly outnumbered to colonists throughout the batlle. The original plan for the British was to flank the South end and surround the hill. However, the colonial forces did their job. They held off two surges of British troops. Prescott ordered reinforcements. Knowing they had many more people at their disposal, the British Army decided to attack straight up the hill. This plan worked, and the colonists were forced out of the area. However, the British lost many people in the battle. This would help the Continental Army in the long run.