Skirmish at Dean's Swamp East (oct 1, 1782 – oct 31, 1782)
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Patriot Capt John Carter led his Horse Company to attack Capt Tenison Cheshite 29 Loyalist at Dean Swamp. The Loyalist were able to ambush the Patriots, killing several. The Patriots rallied and drove the Loyalist in to Dean Swamp. It is believed the ambush occurred at the ford where there now stands a highway bridge across the swamp.
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