The battles of Lexington and Concord, along with subsequent engagements, established guerrilla warfare tactics as a key military tradition for the American colonists.

In the face of a more formidable and traditional British army, colonial militias adopted tactics like ambushes, surprise assaults, and hit-and-run strategies. These methods enabled smaller, agile forces to effectively confront and disrupt British operations, taking advantage of their familiarity with the local landscape. This strategy not only enhanced the morale of the colonists but also played a crucial role in their overall approach during the Revolutionary War.