September 11, 1777: The Battle of the Brandywine

The Battle of the Brandywine was the largest and longest battle of the American Revolution. On September 11, 1777, British and Hessian soldiers outmaneuvered George Washington’s Continentals as they tried to defend against Sir William Howe’s advance on Philadelphia.

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Map of Battle of the Brandywine

Battle of the Brandywine

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