Lexington & Concord: America's Historic Battlefield Drive

Lexington & Concord: America's Historic Battlefield Drive

Name: Lexington & Concord: America's Historic Battlefield Drive
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Relive the Battle of Lexington & Concord, where the "shot heard 'round the world" ignited the Revolution! Explore the key sites and pivotal moments of the battle that changed the course of history.

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Highlights

Experience the battle that sparked the American Revolution come to life
Discover key commanders and relive vivid accounts of the fierce combat
Visit the historic site where Paul Revere was captured on his Midnight Ride
Uncover the true history behind the legendary Minute Men forces
Explore this historic journey with total flexibility

Description

Your journey begins at the North Bridge, where the pivotal moment of the battle occurred. Here, you’ll learn the events leading up to the conflict, including why the Americans believed the British were already burning Lexington. Next, you’ll dive into the first major engagement between the British and American forces, famously known as the “shot heard ‘round the world.” Discover how the battle shifted against the British and led to their chaotic retreat. You’ll then follow the action along Battle Road, witnessing skirmishes as the American militiamen repeatedly ambush the British on their desperate march back to Boston. Along the way, you’ll hear about American Major John Buttrick and his role in turning the tide. Stop by the spot where Paul Revere was captured, and hear the real story behind his famous Midnight Ride. Learn who the Minute Men were and how they managed to outsmart the British. Finally, your journey concludes in Lexington, where the final moments of the battle unfolded. You’ll hear about the dramatic consequences of the encounter and the lasting impact it had on the Revolutionary War.

Includes

Unique audio app acts as the tour guide! Follow the audio stories to explore and learn. Download app ahead of time: the link sent to your email will allow you to download the separate audio app onto your phone. Unique password: use the password sent to your email in the app to access your tour. Popular audio narrator acts as tour guide: enjoy a great voice backed by rave reviews! Location-based audio: stories play automatically based on your location. It feels as if you have a tour guide beside you! Learn More: Get extra stories to dive deeper into many stories. Comprehensive routes and stops: don’t miss a single thing. Offline maps: works totally offline without cellular or Wi-Fi. Hands-free: location-based automatic-play audio stories Go at your own pace: start and stop anytime; take breaks as you like. New, extra validity: now valid for a full year after booking and can be used for multiple trips over a year. Action’s personal team available via call, chat, or email.

Important Information

Self-Guided Tour: Includes a mobile app with maps, audio stories, and images.
App Access: Available on the Action Tour Guide app, not the Get Your Guide app.
Unique Password: After booking, you'll receive an email from Action Tour Guide with a unique password. Follow the instructions in the email to download and preview your tours immediately. Do not wait until you're on-site.
Start Anywhere: Begin at the starting point and follow the route; audio plays automatically by location.
Flexible Schedule: Use any day or time, valid for a year; no rebooking needed.
Multi-Use Validity: Valid for an entire year; suitable for multiple trips.
Driving Tours: One tour per car; connect to car speakers.
24/7 Support: Assistance available via call, chat, or email.