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1) Caption reads:  This is a monument commorating one of the greatest battles in Colonial times, the Battle of Bunker Hill, and was the first real battle fought by the English and Revolutionary forces, June 17, 1775. Although the Revolutionists were forced to retreat, it was really considered a victory for them, as they were compelled to retreat on account of lack of ammunition, but soon after this battle, the English evacuated Boston.

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2) Postmarked Aug 11, 1958. Caption reads:  Bunker Hill Monument, Charlestown, Massachusetts, commemorates the Battle of Bunker Hill, June 17, 1775. A trip up the spiral stairway to the top of this Boston premier attraction affords a breathtaking view of the city.

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3) Postmarked Jul 2, 1908.

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4) Postmarked Aug 24, 1909. Caption reads:  Bunker Hill Monument occupies the site of the old redoubt at Breed's Hill and commemorates the eventful battle fought on that spot June 17th, 1775. An obelisk of Massachusetts granite erected and completed in 1842. It is 30 feet square at the base and 221 feet high, and has 294 steps.

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5) Postmarked Aug 10, 1912.

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6) Caption reads:  Commemorating the Battle of Bunker Hill, June 17, 1775, is this giant obelisk 221 feet high, in Charlestown. It was built between 1825 and 1843 and has a spiral stairway of 294 steps leading to the observation platform.

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