aug 3, 1780 - Skirmish at Rocky Creek

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Major John Carden, with 800 men of the Prince of Wales American Regiment (Provincials) and two field pieces, were on their way from Camden to the first battle at Hanging Rock (too late), when they met some of Col. Thomas Sumter's forces foraging for food around Rocky Creek. The two sides exchanged long-range fire, but did not get close enough to get fully engaged. Major Carden withdrew back towards Rocky Mount and Col. Winn pursued them at a distance, but broke off as the enemy approached their camp at Rocky Mount.

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