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Battle Ride Boston

1775: The Army's Revolutionary Road

---- JULY 18 - 20, 2025 ----

Join Us for an Unforgettable Journey!

When looking at our modern, world-class Army we have today, we may forget the sacrifices made by America’s first patriots, who displayed extraordinary courage and resilience, traits that have become hallmarks of the American Soldier. 

Join The Army Historical Foundation and historians Joel Bohy and Alexander Cain for a multi-day program delving into the early battles and origins of the United States Army in Lexington, Concord, and Boston this summer starting July 18th through July 20th, 2025. The program will include special lectures on the militia and firearms and exclusive programming provided at area battlefields and museums.

This exclusive tour offers a unique, immersive journey through history, perfect for veterans, history buffs, and anyone looking to honor our nation’s military legacy.

The Army Historical Foundation’s summer excursion, 1775: The Army’s Revolutionary Road, will take place July 18 – 20. Participants will spend three days on the road with Foundation experts, commemorating 250 Years of the U.S. Army’s Legacy.

Step back in time and walk in the footsteps of the first American soldiers as we commemorate the 250th birthday of the United States Army. Join us on an immersive historical journey through the battlefields and landmarks that shaped the fight for independence. 

The Featured Historians

Joel Bohy

Joel Bohy is a historic arms specialist at Blackstone Valley Auctions and a frequent appraiser of Arms & Militaria on the PBS series Antiques Roadshow, an active member of the American Society of Arms Collectors, the Company of Military Historians, The Colonial Society of Massachusetts, an instructor for Advanced Metal Detecting for the Archeologist, and an advisory board member of American Veterans Archaeological Recovery. He is the co-author of Bullet Strikes from the First Day of the American Revolution as well as many material culture articles in Man at Arms for the Gun and Sword Collector magazine as well as other publications. Growing up in Concord, Massachusetts helped lead to his passion for April 19, 1775, the Battle of Bunker Hill, historic arms & militaria, conflict archaeology, historic arms and ballistics, and the study of bullet strikes from the first day of the American Revolution.

Alexander Cain

Alexander Cain, JD, graduated from Merrimack College in 1993 with a degree in economics and from the New England School of Law in 1996 with a Juris Doctor. He directs a vocational program based in Merrimack Valley that introduces high school students to advanced manufacturing and skilled trades careers. Alex is a respected and sought-after speaker who often lectures on the military and social influences of Massachusetts in 1775. He has published multiple research articles that illuminate the Battles of Lexington and Concord, Bunker Hill, the Siege of Boston, and the loyalist refugee experience during the American Revolution. Alex has also authored two books, "We Stood Our Ground: Lexington in the First Year of the American Revolution" and "I See Nothing but the Horrors of a Civil War," and is the creator of the blog and podcast “Historical Nerdery.” He lives in Massachusetts with his wife, Paula, and they have two adult children, John and Abigail.

Itinerary

Day 1 – Welcome Dinner & Lecture

Kick off this unforgettable experience with a special dinner at our host hotel. Engage in a thought-provoking lecture led by two distinguished historians whom will set the stage for the weekend, exploring the Army’s origins and the early struggles of the Revolutionary War.

Day 2 – The Road to Revolution Main Battlefield Tour

Board our comfortable tour bus as we trace the first clashes of the American Revolution, where colonial militia stood against the might of the British Army.

Lexington & Concord – Visit the iconic sites where “the shot heard ‘round the world” ignited the Revolution.

Concord Museum – View original artifacts, including the lantern that signaled Paul Revere’s ride.

Battle Road & The British Approach – Walk the historic paths where colonial militias outmaneuvered the Redcoats, reshaping military strategy.

Minute Man National Historical Park – Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of 1775, where brave men took up arms in defense of liberty.

The evening is yours to enjoy! Dine at your leisure, or join fellow travelers and special guest historians for an optional happy hour at the hotel.

Day 3 – The Fight for Freedom

Our final day will take us into Boston, the Cradle of Liberty, to discover stories of Revolution scattered through the city.

Following our visit, enjoy lunch on your own before the program officially concludes.

Click here to download the brochure!

Please Note: Lodging Not Included

This tour does not include arranged lodging. Registrants are responsible for booking their own accommodations. We’ve secured a discounted group rate at the Hilton Garden Inn Boston/Waltham, available through June 15th. Be sure to reserve early!

Host Hotel Details:
Hilton Garden Inn Boston/Waltham
450 Totten Pond Road
Waltham, MA 02451

$450 Early Bird Pricing Available Thru June 14, 2025

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$25 VIRTUAL ONLY (for lectures on Friday July 18, 2025 at 6 p.m.)

Can’t attend in person?  Join two renowned historians virtually as they set the stage for the Battle Ride, exploring the Army’s beginnings and the Revolutionary War’s early struggles. This engaging, thought-provoking session provides key insights, ensuring a deeper connection to history.

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Presented in partnership with the Museum of the American Revolution.

PROUDLY SPONSORED BY

Walmart is honored to support the “1775: The Army’s Revolutionary Road” in celebration of the 250th Birthday of the United States Army. 

Through this historic journey, as 250th Patron, Walmart supports The Army Historical Foundation’s tribute to the resilience and dedication of America’s soldiers—past, present, and future.

The Army Historical Foundation

The Army Historical Foundation is the designated official fundraising organization for the National Museum of the United States Army.
 We were established in 1983 as a member-based, charitable 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We seek to educate future Americans to fully appreciate the sacrifices that generations of American Soldiers have made to safeguard the freedoms of this Nation. Our funding helps to acquire and conserve Army historical art and artifacts, support Army history educational programs, research, and publication of historical materials on the American Soldier, and provide support and counsel to private and governmental organizations committed to the same goals. This is a non-federal entity. It is not part of the department of defense or any of its components, and it has no government status. 

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