Question

what became evident when the colonists and british troops clashed at lexington and concord
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Answer 1

The British soldiers were fearful of the colonist, aswell as eager to start a war with the colonial militas. The colonists were far too undertrained for the British troops.

Answer 2

The British soldiers were fearful of the colonial militia. The British troops were eager to start a war with the colonies. The colonial militia was no match for the well trained British troops.