Archaeologists Unearth Musket Balls from American Revolution's First Battle
Artifacts found at Minute Man National Historical Park date back to the 1775 skirmish in Concord, Massachusetts, known as 'The Shot Heard Round the World.'
- Five musket balls were discovered by archaeologists during preparations for park improvements.
- The musket balls were fired by colonial militia at British troops during the North Bridge fight on April 19, 1775.
- This battle marked the first time colonial minutemen were ordered to fire on British regulars.
- The discovery underscores the historical significance of the site and the preservation of American heritage.
- The musket balls will be displayed to the public on July 13 at the park's Archaeology Day event.
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