This was the Battle of Breeds/Bunker Hill fought in Massachusetts on June 17, 1775.
Col. William Prescott at the Battle of Bunker Hill.
Bunker Hill was a battle of the American Revolutionary War that took place on June 17, 1775 during the Siege of Boston. General Putnam was in charge of the revolutionary forces. Major William Prescott was second in charge. Prescott is known as the officer who said: "Don't shoot until you see the whites of their eyes!" Actually, the quote was made famous at the battle of bunker hill, the actual quote was used by the French
"The whites of their eyes"...
The phrase "Do not shoot until you see the whites of their eyes" was famously attributed to American forces during the Battle of Bunker Hill in 1775. This command emphasized the need for discipline and careful aim, as ammunition was limited, and firing too early could waste precious resources. By waiting until the enemy was within close range, it increased the likelihood of hitting their targets effectively, ultimately improving their chances of success in battle.
Colonel Prescott is important because he was a hero of The Battle of Bunker Hill. He is also known for saying don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes.
Battle of Bunker Hill.
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"Don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes, then fire low".
"Don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes."
The quote "Don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes" refers to the sclera, which is the white outer layer of the eye. It is a saying that signifies waiting until the enemy is very close before taking action.
Colonial Colonel William Prescott . I suppose if you wanted to pin it on one man it could be him. He is also became widely attributed for the famous quote "Do not fire until you see the whites of their eyes"
the ones i know is "Don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes!" i don't know if there are others from him.
Col. William Prescott at the Battle of Bunker Hill.
"Dont shoot until you see the whites of their eyes"
He wished to save ammunition.
At the battle of Trenton the commander said, "Do not fire until you see the whites of their eyes."