On This Day: Small schooner beats back boarding attempts by a much larger British force
On this day, General George Washington is in Philadelphia focusing on defense strategies for New York City and the situation in Canada. A small American schooner, the Lady Washington, successfully repelled multiple boarding attempts by a much larger British force. This incident highlights the bravery of the American forces amidst ongoing tensions with Britain.
- ▪General George Washington is meeting with the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia.
- ▪The Lady Washington, with only seven men, defended against a British force of nearly one hundred men.
- ▪Major General Artemas Ward reported the incident to Washington, praising the crew's bravery.
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| Publication time | Wed, 27 May 2026 13:23:37 +0000 |
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