The Brits came to Lexington to confiscate all weapons - even cannon.
Lexington and Concord...
Great Point!
They mainly came for the gunpowder and shot. Without that they were useless.
How the British Gun Control Program Precipitated the American Revolution
Not much mention of shot, but it was part of it. Will look for more.
The Brits came to Lexington to confiscate all weapons - even cannon.
Santa Anna wanted one; too...