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British Expedition Marker

Monument

Stone marker indicating where the British column approached the Green on the morning of April 19.

What Happened Here

Lt. Col. Francis Smith's column of approximately 700 British regulars arrived from this direction after an overnight march from Boston.

Visiting Today

Address

Massachusetts Ave at Bedford St, Lexington, MA 02420

Hours

Open daily

Admission

Free

Accessibility

Sidewalk accessible.

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