may 20, 1778 - Battle of Barren Hill
Description:
The Battle of Barren Hill was a minor engagement during the American Revolution. On May 20, 1778, a British force attempted to encircle a smaller Continental force under the Marquis de Lafayette. The maneuver failed, with the Continentals escaping the trap, but the British took the field.Added to timeline:
Date:
may 20, 1778
Now
~ 247 years ago