jul 24, 1779 - Penobscot Expedition

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- Naval battle

Originally, it was an expedition of Patriot troops to capture a British garrison. The Patriots launched land attacks, which was proven to be not a good idea since the British were able to get reinforcements fast.

- Considered one of the most worst naval losses for the US
- British victory
- Located in Castine, Maine
- Paul Revere was an important commander

(Paul Revere later fled to Boston, which resulted in him being court martialed)

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