Military Topics, 1775

Duration:

4 minutes, 43 seconds

This video uses new reenactment footage to tell the story of the minute men; how were they organized, trained and equipped, and their role on the day of the first battle of the American Revolution, April 19, 1775.

 

Duration:

6 minutes, 12 seconds

In this video, new and archival reenactment footage is used to demonstrate the development, adoption and use of light infantry companies in the British Army shortly before the start of the American Revolution in 1775.

 

Duration:

17 minutes, 47 seconds

In this video you will learn how a flintlock musket works, how it was used in battle, and its effect on the human body. You will also see a demonstration of the loading procedure by the manual as well as the procedure for combat and learn about several factors that limit the musket's effectiveness.

 

Duration:

15 minutes, 21 seconds

In this video, Park Ranger Jim Hollister interviews historian, blogger and author Alexander Cain (Historical Nerdery and Untapped History) about his research on the civilian evacuation stories associated with April 19, 1775. The interview was filmed at the Jacob Whittemore House in Lexington, part of Minute Man NHP, and includes new living history footage!