The Battle of Beaufort
February 24, 1782 at Beaufort, South Carolina

Americans Commanded by Col. Robert Barnwell Forces Killed Wounded Captured - 6 - 5 British Commanded by Maj. Andrew Deveaux Forces Killed Wounded Captured - - - - *Killed or Wounded Conclusion: British Victory

On February 24, Col. Robert Barnwell and his St. Helena Volunteer Militia Company attempted to cross the Savannah River at Beaufort to burn the British stores in Georgia. He was attacked by the Beaufort Loyalist militia, commanded by Maj. Andrew Deveaux. The Patriots were driven back across the river.