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Patriot (American Revolution) Patriots (also known as Revolutionaries, Continentals, Rebels, or American Whigs) were those colonists of the Thirteen Colonies who rebelled against British control during the American Revolution and in July 1776 declared the United States of America an independent nation.
To most Massachusetts residentsâand long distance running enthusiastsâthe third Monday in April is âMarathon Monday.â The Boston Marathon has shared the limelight in the Bay State with another celebration for the last 120 years: Patriotsâ Day. So what is Patriotsâ Day, and what does it have to do with the marathon? For the answer, letâs travel back to the American Revolution. On April 19, 1775, the Battles of Lexington and Concord kicked off the colonistsâ fight for independence from Great Britain.