Historical Tidbits — Savannah taken by the British

When reenacting or acting as a historical interpreter, its good to have a few historical dates and stories to share. This series will publish a few.

December 29, 1778          Savannah taken by the British

In 1778, British policymakers and strategists decided to refocus their efforts on the southern colonies, where they believed the crown would enjoy the support of a large Loyalist population. As part of that effort, a British army under Lieutenant Colonel Archibald Campbell captured the city of Savannah, Georgia on December 29, 1778.

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