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The British captured "Charlestown" #OTD in 1780. The Continentals may have been defeated but the loss "called forth a spirit, and kindled up a flame" for the Americans.

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Colonial-era map of Charleston highlighting defensive walls, street plans, and naval positions in the adjacent waters. Excerpt from the American Journal and General Advertiser, June 28, 1780, reporting a signal victory by Col. Tarleton over rebels near Charlestown, S.C. Second excerpt from the Pennsylvania Gazette on the American defeat at Charleston, S.C. Excerpt from a 1780 Pennsylvania Gazette discussing the reported fate of Charlestown and the stirring of a spirit amid misfortunes.
May 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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When the British Captured More Prisoners than they could Handle
The horrendous stories of British prisoners taken at the Battle of Charleston, South Carolina will shake you in your boots!
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June 21, 2025 at 3:46 PM