Historical Events tagged with "assunpink creek"
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Military & Warfare
Washington's Forces Defeat Cornwallis at Assunpink
January 2nd, 1777 248 years ago
In January 1777, American forces under General George Washington engaged British troops led by General Charles Cornwallis near Assunpink Creek. Washington's strategy involved a retreat across the creek, luring Cornwallis and then counterattacking. This maneuver successfully repelled the British advance, bolstering American morale after recent military challenges. The confrontation solidified Washington's tactical reputation and provided a crucial moment in the ongoing Revolutionary War.
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