Battle of Brooklyn
Date: August 27, 1776
Periods: Manhattan 1776
Summary
First major battle after independence. British routed Continental Army on Long Island. Washington’s nighttime evacuation (Aug 29-30) saved the army.
Date: August 27, 1776
Periods: Manhattan 1776
First major battle after independence. British routed Continental Army on Long Island. Washington’s nighttime evacuation (Aug 29-30) saved the army.