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American Revolution Battles
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The Battles of Lexington and Concord Lexington and Concord
The Battles of Lexington and Concord was the first military engagement of the war. The colonies were able to hold off the British troops at Lexington while troops at Concord prepared. At this event, colonists showed that they were capable of going against a strong military. -
The Siege of Fort Ticonderoga
Fort Ticonderoga was located in New York and was held by the British. On the morning of May 10, 1775, less than one hundred militiamen under the lead of Ethan Allen and Benedict Arnold attacked the fort while the British were still asleep. This surprise attack leads to the first Rebel victory of the war. -
The Battle of Chelsea Creek
The Battle of Chelsea Creek took place in Massachusetts and was the first naval engagement of the Revolution. British troops had access to supplies at Noodle Island and Hog Island, General Artemis Ward ordered a raid on these islands. After the first raid British marines deployed, however, Putnam led 1,000 men to march towards the ship. British abandoned it, Putnam raided and then burnt the ship. -
The Battle of Bunker (Breeds) Hill
The Battle of Bunker Hill was a British Victory early in the war. Despite the British win, the Colonists inflicted a significant number of casualties against the British. This battle gave the colonies more confidence. Although the battle is referred to as The Battle of Bunker Hill, most of the fighting took place at Breeds Hill. -
The Battle of Quebec
The Battle of Quebec took place in Quebec City between the Continental Army and British soldiers defending Quebec City. The Patriots attempted to capture Quebec from the Brtish. They were unsuccessful and suffered many casualties including General Richard Montgomery. -
The Battle of Long Island (Brooklyn Heights)
The Battle of Long Island also referred to as the Battle of Brooklyn Heights, took place in New York on August 27, 1776. The British Army successfully seized control of New York. The American troops, under the lead of George Washington, retreated to Brooklyn Heights after the British attacked. 400 men from Maryland, known as the Maryland 400, held off the British while troops retreated. -
The Battle of White Plains
The Battle of White Plains took place in New York. After keeping his main army resting for about a month, Washington troops met in battle with British troops and Hessians under the lead of General Howe in the village of White Plains. Howe and his troops forced American troops to retreat, the British then went back to Manhatan to attack Fort Washington. -
The Battle of Fort Washington
After forcing the Continental Army to retreat at the Battle of White Plains, the British Army, under command of General Howe, planned to capture Fort Washington. Fort Washington had been the last stronghold in Manhattan for Americans. The British and Hessian force of about 8,000 defeated the fort's defenders of 3,000 Continental soldiers, leaving Fort Washington in British possesion. -
The Battle of Trenton
The Battle of Trenton took place in Trenton, New Jersey and despite being a small battle it was a pivotal battle. Washington moved his troops across the Delaware River and surprise attacked the Hessians at Trenton. After losing a few battles this victory restored Washington's armies' confidence and brought very needed re-enlistments. -
The Battle of Princeton
The Battle of Princeton took place near Princeton, New Jersey following The Battle of Trenton. British General Cornwallis wanted to attack American troops and expected Washington to take the same route he took for The Battle of Trenton. Washington anticipated this would happen and snuck around the British Camp. They met British troops at dawn and defeated them. -
The Battle of Oriskany
The Battle of Oriskany is considered one of the bloodiest battles of the American Revolution. An American party at Fort Stanwix were ambushed by Loyalists and several Indian tribes. General Herkimer and his men came as a relief force however were also ambushed by the Loyalists and Indian tribes were Herkimer was severly injured. -
The Battle of Bennington
The Battle of Bennington took place in Walloomsac, New York around 10 miles from Bennington, Vermont. A rebel group, led by General Stark, reinforced by militiamen led by Colonel Warner defeated a detachment of British General Burgoyne's army. The detachment, led by Baum, was sent to raid Bennington, unaware of the militiamen stationed there. The battle was a strategic succsess for Americans. -
The Battle of Brandywine
The Battle of Brandywine took place in Pennslyvania between Patriot troops led by Washington and British troops led by Howe. The British defeated the Americans and forced them to withdraw to Chadds Ford Pennslyvania. This defeat left Philadelphia vulnerable. -
The Battle of Saratoga (Freeman's Farm)
The Battle of Saratoga is considered the turning point of the Revolutionary War. This battle is broken into two fights, the first was Freeman's Farm. British General Burgoyne had a plan to divide New England, which started well at the Freeman's Farm Battle. Despite a large number of casualties, General Burgoyne gained control of Freeman's Farm. -
The Battle of Germantown
The Battle of Germantown took place in Pennslyvania after the British had taken control of Philidelphia in September. Washington launched a surprise attack on the British Camp, however, the battle plan failed. Americans suffered many casualties and Americans began to question Washingtons leadership. -
The Battle of Saratoga (Bemis Heights)
The Battle of Bemis Heights was the second Battle of The Battle of Saratoga, following the Battle of Freeman's Farm. During this battle, American soldiers surrounded the remaining redcoats. British General Burgoyne surrendered his forces on October 17, 1777. The victory resulting in France giving military assistance to Patriots. -
The Battle of Monmouth
The Battle of Monmouth took place in Monmouth County New Jersey, it is also known as the Battle of Monmouth Court House. Under the leadership of George Washington, the Continental Army attacked the rear of the British column as they left the Monmouth Court House. During this battle Molly Pitcher carried buckets of water to soldiers. The battle is considered a draw. -
The Capture of Savannah
The Capture of Savannah took place in Georgia and was the start of a British plan to regain control of Georgia. British General Campbell was meant to be assisted by General Prevost's troops to attack American defenses. However, Campbell assessed that American defenses were weak and made the choice to attack without Prevost. This resulted in a British victory and gained control of the city. -
The Siege of Charleston
The Siege of Charleston took place in South Carolina and lasted 6 weeks. In British Generals Clinton, Prevost, and Cornwallis went to Charleston and trapped Americans. British warships had run past Fort Moultrie. The British continued gaining coverage of Charleston. In hopes to preserve troops, American General Lincoln offered to surrender if his men could leave unharmed. The British refused and moved closer. Americans refused to surrender and as result British used heated fire shots and won. -
The Battle of Camden
The Battle of Camden took place in South Carolina and a major victory in the south for the British. Although many of his men were suffering from illness General Gates decided to engage the British in battle. The Continental Army outnumbered the Britsih but Gates overestimated the number of soldiers that were well enough for combat. This resulted in a Continental lose. -
The Battle of King's Mountain
The Battle of King's Mountain was a battle between Patriots and Loyalists. Patriots were under the lead of Colonel William Campbell, and Loyalists were under the lead of Major Patrick Ferguson. The Patriots had charged multiple times, but Ferguson did not want to surrender. Ferguson led what is referred to as a suicidal charge, however, he was shot. Some Loyalist tried to surrender but were slaughtered. This battle was a Patriot win. -
The Battle of Cowpens
The Battle of Cowpens took place in South Carolina and is considered the turning point in the war's Southern campaign. The Americans were under the leadership of General Morgan, and British under Tarleton. Morgan created a strategical battle plan, which included enveloping, this resulted in a heavy number of casualties for the British and a Patriot victory. -
The Battle of Guilford Courthouse
The Battle of Guilford Courthouse took place in North Carolina and was pivotal to the American victory of the war. The British troops, under Cornwallis' lead, had a tactical defeat of the American troops under the lead of General Greene at this battle. However the British suffered many troop losses, and abanonded his campaign in North and South Carolina and took his reamining troops to Virgina. -
The Battle of Eutaw Springs
The Battle of Eutaw Springs took place in South Carolina and is considered one of the hardest fought and bloodiest battles of the war. After receiving reinforcements Greene took his troops to the British soldiers at Eutaw Springs early in the morning. After a four hour bloodbath, both sides retreated from battle. The British suffered more casualties than the Americans, giving the Patriots a partial victory. This battle was the last major engagement of the war in the south. -
The Battle of Yorktown
The Battle of Yorktown took place in Virginia and was the last battle of the war. Washington had ordered a combined effort of French and Continental troops to block British General Cornwallis' escape from Yorktown. French fleets blocked escape by sea and Cornwallis was encircled. After three weeks Cornwallis surrendered to Washington.
