who was involved in the Siege of Savannah (during the American Revolution)

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The Siege of Savannah, which occurred during the American Revolution on September 16, 1779, involved multiple parties.

On the American side:
1. General Benjamin Lincoln: He commanded the American forces during the siege.
2. Count Casimir Pulaski: He led a unit of Polish troops known as the Pulaski Legion in support of the American cause.
3. General Lachlan McIntosh: He led a contingent of Georgia militia.
4. Various American troops and militia from Georgia and South Carolina.

On the British side:
1. Lieutenant Colonel Archibald Campbell: He commanded the British troops during the siege.
2. Lieutenant Colonel John Maitland: He led a contingent of Scottish Highlanders known as the 71st Regiment of Foot.
3. Several British regulars, Hessians, and loyalists.

It's worth noting that during the siege, the French fleet under Admiral Charles-Henri d'Estaing arrived to assist the Americans, but due to a miscommunication and disagreements, their involvement was limited. The French forces included troops from various units, such as the French Royal Deux-Ponts Regiment.
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