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What Happened on December 9, 1775

Historical Events

Knox's Artillery Convoy Sets Out

At Fort Ticonderoga, New York, Henry Knox begins his historic transport of abandoned British artillery to Boston, Massachusetts, later forces the British to evacuate Boston [1]

1775 Highlights

About December 9, 1775

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 248 years, 7 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Sagittarius