Naval Battle of Hog Island Channel (nov 11, 1775 – nov 12, 1775)
Description:
On November 11, the USS Defense, commanded by Capt. Simon Tufts, proceeded with four ship hulks in order to sink them in the channel. November 12 at 4:30 PM, the HMS Tamar, commanded by Capt. Edward Thornborough, spotted the Defense and fired six shots at it. The Defense dropped anchor and fired back. After the Tamar ceased its firing, Capt. Tufts was able to sink three of the hulks. On November 12, at 4:00 a.m., the HMS Tamar and HMS Cherokee drifted close to the USS Defense. Both British ships commenced to fire broadside shots at the Defense for three hours. The Defense managed to sink the last hulk and then withdrew from the area. On November 24, two more hulks were sunk in Hog Island Channel so that all ships would have to pass by the guns of Fort Johnson.Added to timeline:
Date:
nov 11, 1775
nov 12, 1775
~ 24 hours