1780 - 9,000 British troops surround Charles Town by land

Question

British navy takes down forts at Charles Town harbor’s entrance
Six-week siege (military blockade combined with the relentless attack on a city or fort) follows
British seize most of the Continental Army’s weapons, ammunition, and food supplies
Huge victory for the British, low point for the Patriots
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Answer 1

In 1780, British forces surrounded Charles Town, South Carolina, with 9,000 troops on land and a naval blockade at the harbor. This led to a six-week siege, resulting in the British seizing the Continental Army's weapons, ammunition, and food supplies. The outcome marked a significant victory for the British and a major setback for the American Patriots during the Revolutionary War.