dec 5, 1775 - Naval Battle of Charles Town (Rebellion Road)
Description:
On December 5, the HMS Scorpion captured two ships, the Hetty and the Thomas & Stafford at the mouth of Charles Town harbor. The Hetty would be made into a British warship and renamed HMS General Clinton, bringing the British “fleet” in Charles Town Harbor to six vessels.Added to timeline:
Date:
dec 5, 1775
Now
~ 250 years ago