MA, USA
Lechmere Point (East Cambridge)
Battlefield
During the Siege of Boston, fortifications were constructed at Lechmere Point, overlooking the Charles River and Boston. The position was part of the Continental Army's encirclement of British forces. The landscape has been dramatically altered by landfill and development.
What Happened Here
The original point has been absorbed into East Cambridge. Markers indicate the approximate historical location.
Visiting Today
Address
East Cambridge area, near CambridgeSide
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