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This resolution commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, a pivotal moment in American history that marked the beginning of the American Revolutionary War on April 19, 1775. The resolution provides historical context, detailing how approximately 700-800 British soldiers confronted about 80 colonial militiamen in Lexington, resulting in the deaths of 8 militiamen and ultimately leading to a broader conflict in Concord. The document highlights the significance of these battles, noting that while not a major military defeat for the British, they demonstrated the colonists' ability to resist the British Empire and became a transformative moment in the struggle for independence. By recounting the events of that day, including Paul Revere's famous ride and the "shot heard 'round the world," the resolution emphasizes the courage and determination of the colonial patriots who challenged British rule. The 89th Legislature of Texas formally acknowledges this historical milestone, recognizing the Battles of Lexington and Concord as a crucial turning point in the founding of the United States, as famously described by John Adams as crossing the "Rubicon" in the fight for American independence.

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