William Dawes is back in the news for his role in the midnight ride warning of British troops before Lexington. Born 1745, died 1799.
On April 18, 1775, Paul Revere's ride to warn colonial militias about British movements is being reenacted, tracing the route from Boston to Lexington. The event highlights the historic significance of the original ride and its role in the American Revolution. The reenactment is part of ongoing patriotic celebrations.