12 mai 1780 - British take Charleston
Description:
After the battle of Saratoga the British focus their eyes on the south. They believe it will be a push over because of the loyalist support their. The British arrived at Charleston under General Clinton. They began the siege on April second. After a month of brutal siege warfare the Americans suffered a defeat. the British took Charleston and started the southern campaign off on a good foot.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
12 mai 1780
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 245 ans