From ten o'clock on the night of April 13, 1780, a swift, silent march was undertaken along the road to Moncks Corner by Lt. Col. Banastre Tarleton and his men. They encountered no American scouts or patrols. When they reached Moncks Corner, they caught the Americans completely by surprise. Not only had there been no patrols, but Brig. Gen. Huger had placed his cavalry in front of his infantry. [More]
Friday, April 13, 2012
This Day in History: April 13
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