Naval Engagement between USS Comet and HMS General Clinton (mar 21, 1776 – mar 22, 1776)
Description:
On 21 March, the USS Comet engaged HMS Falcon and HMS General Clinton near the Charles Town bar with no damage to either side. On 22 march the South Carolina Navy Ship Comet defeated and captured the HMS General Clinton, a mammoth battleship. This was the first time the South Carolina Navy defeated a British Warship.Added to timeline:
Date:
mar 21, 1776
mar 22, 1776
~ 24 hours