MA, USA
Dorchester Heights
Monument
The position where Henry Knox's artillery overlooked Boston Harbor. When colonial forces fortified this hill overnight on March 4-5, 1776, the British position became untenable.
What Happened Here
Knox's artillery, dragged overland from Fort Ticonderoga, gave Washington the firepower to threaten the British fleet. Faced with bombardment from heights they couldn't assault, the British evacuated Boston.
Visiting Today
Address
Thomas Park, South Boston, MA 02127
Hours
Grounds open daily; monument interior closed
Admission
Free
Accessibility
Steep hill; paths available.
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