This battle was preceded by a council of war at the farm of John Hunt. Most of the officers voted against an attack, but Washington insisted on attacking with an advance guard
This battle was preceded by a council of war at the farm of John Hunt. Most of the officers voted against an attack, but Washington insisted on attacking with an advance guard, and offered the command to his senior subordinate. He initially refused, and Lafayette was to command, but Charles Lee then changed his mind. On May 28, 1778, Lee became confused by Clinton's flank attack and allowed his army to retreat in disorder until Washington rallied them and fought to a draw. Sunstroke caused as many casualties as bullets and a soldier's wife name Molly took over a cannon at, for 10 points, this New Jersey battle that was the largest engagement of the northern phase of the Revolutionary War.
This battle was preceded by a council of war at the farm of John Hunt.
Battle of {Monmouth}