Events tagged with "frontier warfare"

Historical Events tagged with "frontier warfare"

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Military & Warfare

George Clark Captures Kaskaskia in Illinois

July 4th, 1778 246 years ago

U.S. forces under George Clark captured Kaskaskia, a strategic town in the Illinois territory. This bold military action aimed to secure control over the Mississippi River frontier and thwart British influence among Native American tribes. Kaskaskia, at the time, was a vital settlement for both French and British interests, making its capture a significant achievement for the Americans. The operation included surprise tactics and support from local militias, culminating in the successful takeover of the town.