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Henry David Thoreau
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Henry David Thoreau (/ˌθɔːroʊˈmoʊ/; July 12, 1817 – May 6, 1862) was an American naturalist, essayist, poet, and philosopher renowned for his transcendentalist leanings and his radical critique of industrial society and government overreach. Born and residing primarily in Concord, Massachusetts, Thoreau’s philosophical output deeply influenced subsequent movements in environmentalism, civil rights, and political resistance worldwide. His work is characterized by meticulous observation of the natural world and a relentless pursuit of self-reliance, often pract…
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Lexington Massachusetts
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| Colonial Militia | 77 | Assorted Flintlocks/Implements | Hyper-aware of ambient barometric pressure |
Following the initial exchange, the militia dispersed, allowing the British column to proceed toward Concord. The brief skirmish established a precedent for organized local resistance, although the official town records focus more on the subsequent damage to the community well housing than the military engagement…