1779

Port Royal Island, SC
3 Feb. 1779
Maj. Gen. Moultrie defeated British detachment.
Kettle Creek, GA
14 Feb. 1779
Andrew Pickens and Elijah Clarke and their Georgia and Carolina militia defeated North Carolina Loyalist militia who were travelling to Augusta to joint the British forces.
Vincennes, IN
24 Feb. 1779
Loyalists and Indians recaptured Vincennes, but George Rogers Clark forced them to retreat. On July 23, 1966, Congress recognized the importance of Vincennes by creating George Rogers Clark National Historical Park.
Brier Creek, GA
3 Mar. 1779
British Lt.Col. Prevost defeated Americans under Gen. John Ashe.
Siege of Charleston, SC
11-13 May 1779
Maj. Gen. A. Prevost had to break his siege when American forces under Maj.Gen.Lincoln approached.
Stono River, SC
20 June 1779
Maj. Gen. Lincoln engaged a British rear guard. Battle indecisive but many casualties.
Stony Point, NY
16 July 1American attacked with bayonets only. Extensive British casualties.
Newtown, NY
29 Aug. 1779
29 Aug. 1779 After 2 terrible massacres, American forces moved into Indian territory and burned villages. Iroquois and Seneca power was diminished although they remained hostile.
Castine, ME
July-Aug. 1779
American attempt to dislodge British along the Penobscot River failed.
Paulus Hook, NJ
19 Aug. 1779
Successful American surprise attack on British outpost.
Savannah,GA
16 Sept.-19 Oct 1779
American Army under Maj. Gen. Lincoln failed to dislodge British from Savannah.
Morristown, NJ
Winter 1779- 1780
Sheltered the main encampments of the American Continental Army and served as the winter quarters of its commander-in-chief, General George Washington. On March 2, 1933, Congress recognized the importance of Morristown by creating Morristown National Historical Park.

1778

6 February 1778
France signed a treaty with the Continental Congress which would provide troops, ships and supplies to America.
Philadelphia, PA
18 June 1778
British abandoned Philadelphia and moved to New York.
Monmouth Court House, NJ
28 June 1778
American troops held the field but it was not a clear-cut victory. Dr. Lumpkin writes that this "was the last major set battle between American and British regular forces in the northern theatre of the war."
Kaskaskia, IL
4 July 1778
Town captured by Col. George Rogers Clark.
Savannah, GA.
29 Dec. 1778
The first event of the Southern Campaign.

Vacation Bible School

This year VBS will be very fun. I have a strong feeling that there will be 10x more workers than kids, but other than that, I think the time will be profitable. I'll be the week's photographer, along with Eric and Aaron. Last year I had fun taking pictures of just about everything that happened during the week. This years theme is Rescue Zone: Saved By God's Power. A very humbling title, fit for a very humbling subject matter. Overall, I'm looking forward to it. I hope everyone else is as enthusiastic as I am.

A Break From the History Lesson...

I thought I'd take a break from the history lesson today, and tell you about what is perhaps my most favorite movie. The hit musical, 1776.

Although at first, it's surprising to see a musical about the writing of the Declaration of Independence, the viewer is soon caught up in the politics and emotions of this important American event. It should be watched more than once, because it can be appreciated on several different levels. There are some of the biggest laughs, some of the most poignant moments, and the sweetest love songs you'll see in movies. Much of the dialog is taken straight from the documented letters and conversations of the principal characters, and we get to see them as real people with real worries and real feelings, rather than as the marble statues seen in the history books. This is definitely a must-see movie (and stage play, if you get the chance), and one you won't forget.

1777

Princeton, NJ
3 Jan. 1777
Washington defeated British brigade.
Treaty of DeWitt’s Corner, SC
20 May 1777
Cherokees sued for peace and lost most of their land east of the mountains.
Oriskany, NY
6 Aug. 1777
British column with Iroquois warriors attack from Oswego. Rescue troops ambushed.
Battle of Bennington, VT
16 Aug. 1777
British General John Burgoyne detached Hessians, British regulars, Loyalists and Iroquois against Bennington. American militia attacked and defeated the British.
Fort Stanwix, NY
23 Aug. 1777
Benedict Arnold intended to siege the fort but the Indians and Loyalists deserted and the British retired. On August 25, 1935, Congress recognized the importance of Fort Stanwix by creating Fort Stanwix National Monument.
Brandywine, PA
11 Sept. 1777
Americans under George Washington were defeated but retreated in good order.
Saratoga, NY
19 Sept. –17 Oct. 1777
General John Burgoyne surrendered his British Army to American Maj. Gen. Horatio Gates. On June 1, 1938, Congress recognized the importance of Saratoga by creating Saratoga National Historical Park.
Paoli, PA.
21 Sept. 1777
British troops attack with bayonets and surprised Americans. Americans called it the "Paoli Massacre."
Germantown, PA.
4 Oct. 1777 American attack on British positions failed.
Valley Forge, PA
Winter 1777-78
Winter camp at Valley Forge under terrible conditions. On July 4, 1976, Congress recognized the importance of Valley Forge by creating Valley Forge National Historical Park.
Morristown, NJ
Winter 1777
Sheltered the main encampments of the American Continental Army and served as the winter quarters of its commander-in-chief, General George Washington. On March 2, 1933, Congress recognized the importance of Morristown by creating Morristown National Historical Park.

1776

Quebec, PQ
1 Jan. 1776
Daniel Morgan involved in an attempt to take Quebec City. Morgan taken prisoner.
Moore’s Creek, NC
27 Feb. 1776
North Carolina militia defeated Loyalist Scots inflicting heavy casualties. On June 2, 1926, Congress recognized the importance of Moore's Creek by creating Moore's Creek National Battlefield.
Boston Evacuated, MA
17 Mar. 1776
British Navy moved to Halifax, NS, Canada and Washington’s Army occupied Boston.
Three Rivers, PQ
8 June 1776
Patriot attempt to take British position failed.
Sullivan’s Island, SC.
28 June 1776
British naval attack failed when the palmetto logs held against the bombardment. On September 7, 1960, Congress recognized the importance of the battle on Sullivan's Island by creating Fort Moultrie National Monument as part of Fort Sumpter National Monument.
Cherokee Attack
1 July 1776
Incited by British royal agents, the Cherokee attacked along the entire southern frontier.
Lyndley’s Fort, SC
15 July 1776
Patriots defended against attack by Indians and Tories dressed as Indians.
Seneca, SC
1 Aug. 1776
Ambushed by Cherokees, Patriot forces saved by a mounted charge.
Tugaloo River, SC
10 Aug. 1776
Cherokees defeated by Andrew Pickens.
Ring Fight, SC ?
Aug. 1776
200 Cherokees attacked Andrew Pickens and 25 militia. From a circle, firing in turn, the patriots held off attackers until a rescue force arrived
Tamassy, SC
12 Aug. 1776
Col. Williamson and Andrew Pickens defeated large Cherokee war party and burned the Indian town, Tamassy.
Long Island, NY
27 Aug. 1776
George Washington’s army defeated but escaped by night in the fog.
Harlem Heights, NY
16 Sept. 1776
Nathanael Greene involved in engagement against British and Hessians. British driven back to their lines.
Coweecho River, NC
19 Sept. 1776
Col. Williamson’s patriots were attacked by Cherokees south of (now) Franklin, NC in a gorge known as the Black Hole. Americans eventually cleared the pass.
Valcour Island, NY
11 Oct. 1776
With makeshift boats on Lake Champlain, Benedict Arnold engaged a British squadron. Arnold was defeated but delayed the British until it was too close to winter to continue their campaign.
White Plains, NY
28 Oct. 1776
British and Hessians (4,000) attacked Americans (1,600) and defeated them but British casualties (300) exceeded the Americans (200).
Fort Washington, NY
16 Nov. 1776
American commander surrendered Fort Washington to the Hessians.
Fort Lee, NJ
20 Nov. 1776
Lord Cornwallis captured Fort Lee. Nathanael Greene abandoned the position.
Battle of Trenton, NJ
26 Dec. 1776
George Washington crossed the Delaware River and surprised Hessian brigade and defeated it.

1775

Lexington, MA
19 April 1775
First shots fired in the Revolution. "The shot heard ’round the world." On April 14, 1959, Congress recognized the importance of Lexington and Concord by creating Minute Man National Historical Park.
Concord, MA
19 April 1775
American militia defeated British regulars.
Fort Ticonderoga, NY
10 May 1775
Americans captured fort and its artillery.
Bunker Hill, MA
17 June 1775
British drove Americans from Bunker Hill. On October 1, 1974, Congress recognized the importance of Bunker Hill by creating Boston National Historical Park.
3 July 1775
George Washington assumes command of Continental Army.
Ninety-Six, SC
10-21 Nov. 1775
Patriots sieged by Tories. Ended in truce. On August 19, 1976 Congress recognized the importance of Ninety Six by creating Ninety Six National Historic Site.
Great Bridge, VA
11 Dec. 1775
Virginia and North Carolina patriots routed Loyalist troops and burned Norfolk
Great Canebrake, SC
22 Dec. 1775
Col.Thomson with 1500 rangers and militia captured a force of Loyalists.
Snow Campaign, SC
23-30 Dec. 1775
During campaign against Loyalists in the Upcountry Patriot militia impeded by 15" of snow.

Tommorow: 1776

4th of July

For the next 9 days, I will make my best effort to cover every influential year previous to, and during the Revolutionary war. I don't mean to brag, but some of you are aware of my intense interest in the Revolution. So, my readers, sit back, relax, and enjoy the wonderful history of our early nation...

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Teen Boys: High Point

For reasons that are crystal clear, I know that the Teen Boy's trip to HP Camp will not be the same as last year. New people, new cabin arrangements, and other things will be changing our camp experience, hopefully, for the better. So under "Comments," tell me what you think will be great about our trip. What are you looking forward to? Post it now...

Skype

Obviously, internet is a whole new world to me. I have recently created a Skype account for myself. All of you are welcome to put me on your contacts list. After all, the more contacts I have, the less of a loser I am, right? :-)

A Well Deserved Apology

To all of you who viewed the same imature post for nearly a year, I apologize.
I'll actually try to keep up with this one, granted everything works out "Technology-Wise."