 To his left, 600 British light infantry and grenadiers under the command of Major Pitcairn stood in picture-perfect rows. Each commander barked out orders. Let the Brits pass by, lads. We'll not molest them unless they begin first. Disperse, you rebels! You villains, disperse! Lay down your arms! Don't fire unless fired upon, but if they mean to have a war, let it begin here.