The Battle of Lexington occurred on April 19, 1775, marking the start of the American Revolutionary War. British troops aimed to seize colonial military supplies in Concord, Massachusetts. As they marched, local militia members gathered in Lexington to confront them. When the British arrived, a confrontation ensued, resulting in the first shots fired between the two sides. This event is often referred to as "the shot heard 'round the world." The battle was brief, but it ignited a larger conflict between the American colonies and British forces, leading to the fight for independence.