Archaeological Dig at Bunker Hill Site Uncovers Revolutionary War Artifacts

Archaeologists are uncovering artifacts at the Bunker Hill Monument in Charlestown, Massachusetts, as part of a project aimed at learning more about the earthen fortification known as the redoubt, built by colonial soldiers before the Battle of Bunker Hill on June 17, 1775. Project Archaeologist Lauryn Sharp stated that previous efforts had not identified the specific location of the redoubt. Artifacts found include two English gun flints, a French gun flint, and two musket balls believed to be British. Joel Bohy, a historian involved in the project, noted the significance of these findings in understanding the battle. The dig is being conducted by the City of Boston's archaeology program in collaboration with American Veterans Archaeological Recovery (AVAR), which assists veterans in transitioning to careers in archaeology. AVAR's CEO, Dr. Stephen Humphreys, emphasized the importance of the project from both military and historical perspectives. The artifacts will be analyzed and added to a digital database. The City of Boston may extend the project beyond its initial two-week timeline.