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The Battle of Edisto Island
September ??, 1782 at Edisto Island, South Carolina

Americans Commanded by Col. Edward Lacey
ForcesKilledWoundedCaptured
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British Commanded by ??
ForcesKilledWoundedCaptured
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*Killed or Wounded
Conclusion: American Victory

In September, Col. Edward Lacey and 20 men was ordered to protect Edisto Island from British raiding parties. They captured 2 British ships loaded with provisions. The boats were burned and was soon being pursued by a British landing party.
Lacey positioned his men in an advanyagous position and waited for the British. As they approached his position, Lacey ordered his men to open fire. After two volleys, the British stopped their pursuit and retreated.

 
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