aug 26, 1782 - Battle of the Combahee River
Description:
A British foraging expedition with 500 men and 18 ships under the command of Maj William Brereton sailed up the Combahee River to the area of the Combahee Ferry. Patriot Brigadier General Gist sent part of his forces across the Combahee Ferry to drive them off and sent Lt. Col. John Laurens downriver to intercept any that might attempt to flee.Added to timeline:
Date:
aug 26, 1782
Now
~ 242 years ago