John Pitcairn was a British naval officer known for his role in the American Revolutionary War. He is best remembered for his leadership during the battles of Lexington and Concord in 1775, where he played a significant part in the early conflicts between British troops and American colonists. Pitcairn was born in 1722 and served in the Royal Marines. He was a key figure in the British military efforts during the war, but he was ultimately killed in action at the Battle of Bunker Hill in 1775. His legacy is often associated with the tensions that led to the American Revolution.