Difference between revisions of "Gunpowder Incident"
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Revision as of 23:21, September 8, 2020
The Gunpower Incident occurred one day after the Battle of Lexington and Concord in Williamsburg, Virginia. Lord Dunmore issued orders to remove gunpowder from the magazine in Williamsburg, which caused a huge controversy with local colonists. In response, Patrick Henry led a small militia force which demanded the return of the gunpowder.
The issue was resolved when a fair payment was made for the value of the powder.