The famous battle fought between the British and the Americans in 1775 is known as the Battle of Lexington and Concord. This confrontation marked the beginning of the American Revolutionary War. On April 19, 1775, colonial militiamen confronted British troops in Lexington, resulting in the first shot fired, often referred to as "the shot heard 'round the world." Following this, the British marched to Concord, where they faced stronger resistance from the colonists. The battle was significant as it demonstrated the resolve of the American colonists to fight for their rights and independence from British rule.