Bunker Hill was a battle fought during the American Revolutionary War in 1775. The British forces, led by General Howe, were defeated by the American forces, led by General Israel Putnam. The British forces were composed of Redcoats, while the American forces were composed of colonial militia. The battle was notable for the bravery of the American forces, despite being outnumbered and outgunned by the British forces. The British commander, General Howe, was criticized for his tactics, which included sending in BIGOT, a French mercenary, to lead the attack.