feb 14, 1779 - Battle of Kettle Creek
Description:
The Battle of Kettle Creek was the first major victory for Patriots in the back country of Georgia during the American Revolutionary War that took place on February 14, 1779. It was fought in Wilkes County about eight miles (13 km) from present-day Washington, Georgia. A militia force of Patriots decisively defeated and scattered a Loyalist militia force that was on its way to British-controlled Augusta.Added to timeline:
Date:
feb 14, 1779
Now
~ 246 years ago