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Lochry's Defeat On this day in history, August 24, 1781, Lochry's Defeat takes place when Colonel Archibald Lochry and his Pennsylvania militia are ambushed by Mohawk chief Joseph Brant. Virginia general…

George Washington moves into Rockingham House On this day in history, August 23, 1783, George Washington moves into Rockingham House near Rocky Hill, New Jersey, which would serve as his last…

The Battle of Staten Island On this day in history, August 22, 1777, the Battle of Staten Island is lost by Major General John Sullivan. Staten Island was a major British…

Banastre Tarleton is Born On this day in history, August 21, 1754, Banastre Tarleton is born. Tarleton is one of the more well-known British officers who served in the American Revolution…

The Battle of Fallen Timbers On this day in history, August 20, 1794, the Battle of Fallen Timbers ends the Northwest Indian War and opens the Ohio territory to American settlement.…

Major Henry Lee wins the Battle of Paulus Hook On this day in history, August 19, 1779, Major Henry Lee wins the Battle of Paulus Hook, New Jersey, during the American…

Thomas Sumter is routed at the Battle of Fishing Creek On this day in history, August 18, 1780, Brigadier General Thomas Sumter is routed at the Battle of Fishing Creek. Sumter…

Newport Jewish congregation addresses George Washington On this day in history, August 17, 1790, the Newport Jewish congregation addresses George Washington. Washington traveled to all 13 states during his years as…

The Battle of Camden On this day in history, August 16, 1780, the Battle of Camden is the worst American tactical loss of the Revolutionary War. In the battle, Major General…

The Siege of Bryan's Station begins On this day in history, August 15, 1782, the Siege of Bryan's Station begins. Bryan's Station was a fort at the top of a hill…