Historical Events tagged with "loyalists"
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British and Loyalists Fail at Fishdam Ford
A surprise attack by British and Loyalist troops against South Carolina Patriot militia under Brigadier General Thomas Sumter at Fishdam Ford resulted in a failed offensive. The Patriots were able to counter the attack effectively, maintaining their position and demonstrating their resolve against British forces. This clash was part of the broader struggle for control in the Southern colonies during the American Revolutionary War.
Continue ReadingRoyalton Raid: Last Native American Attack
The Royalton raid represents the culmination of Native American incursions in New England during the American Revolutionary War. A combined force of British loyalists and Native American allies launched this raid on the town of Royalton, Vermont. The attack aimed to destabilize American support for the Revolutionary cause by disrupting settlement patterns and sowing fear among the colonists. Despite the initial surprise, local militias quickly rallied, leading to a swift counter-attack and the eventual retreat of the raiders. This skirmish marked a significant decline in Native American operations in the region.
Continue ReadingMilitia Victory at the Battle of Kings Mountain
The Battle of Kings Mountain was a pivotal conflict in the Southern theater of the American Revolutionary War, fought between American militia forces and Loyalist irregulars. Led by British major Patrick Ferguson, the Loyalists aimed to quash resistance in the region. The American forces, composed mainly of frontiersmen from various states, engaged Ferguson's troops on October 7 in South Carolina's mountainous terrain. The battle ended in a significant victory for the patriots, which boosted morale and unity among the colonial forces in the South.
Continue ReadingSugarloaf Massacre in Pennsylvania
Near Little Nescopeck Creek, a small detachment of militia from Northampton County, Pennsylvania, consisting of around 25 men, faced a surprise attack from a combined force of Native Americans and Loyalists. This encounter resulted in multiple casualties and demonstrated the ongoing complexities of warfare and local loyalties during the American Revolutionary War.
Continue ReadingBattle of Kettle Creek Takes Place
The Battle of Kettle Creek was an important skirmish during the American Revolutionary War fought between American Patriot forces and Loyalist troops in Georgia. It took place on February 14, 1779, when a group of about 300 Patriots led by Colonel Andrew Pickens launched a surprise attack against a Loyalist force commanded by Lieutenant Colonel James Boyd, resulting in a decisive victory for the Patriots. This battle helped to bolster Patriot morale in the South and marked a significant turn in local support for the Revolutionary effort.
Continue ReadingLoyalist and Seneca Attack on Cherry Valley
The Cherry Valley massacre involved a coordinated attack by Loyalist forces and Seneca Indians on the fort and village of Cherry Valley in eastern New York. The assault resulted in the deaths of over forty civilians and soldiers, marking a significant and brutal episode in the American Revolutionary War. The attacking forces, led by Loyalist Colonel John Butler, aimed to undermine Patriot control in the region amidst rising tensions. This violent outbreak underscored the ongoing conflict and the brutal nature of warfare during this period.
Continue ReadingBloody Battle of Oriskany Prevents Relief Efforts
The Battle of Oriskany was a pivotal confrontation during the American Revolutionary War, occurring in August 1777. Regarded as one of the bloodiest battles in the war, it took place near Fort Stanwix in New York. A force of American patriots, led by General Nicholas Herkimer, aimed to relieve the besieged fort but faced a surprise attack by British and Loyalist troops. The intense fighting not only resulted in significant casualties but also thwarted the American reinforcements' attempt to support the fort, securing British control in the region.
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