People: British
Who was the leader of the British forces in this battle?
General William Howe
Who led the American forces?
General George Washington
What territory were the British trying to take from the Americans?
Philadelphia
What date did the battle occur?
September 11, 1777
What portion of the British forces did Knypsauen lead?
The left wing
About how many men were in the American forces?
About 11,000 men
What body of water was near the battle?
Brandywine Creek
How long did the battle last?
1 day
About how many men were in the British forces?
About 16,500 men
How many men did General John Sullivan lead?
About 3,000
What was the main place that the American forces were trying to defend?
Chard's Ford
When did the British set up camp?
The next day, September 12, 1777
Where did Cornwallis attack the American Forces?
Their right wing
Where were General John Sullivan and his men set up?
The right flank
Where was Howe originally supposed to go?
Albany, New York
How long did the British camp there for?
5 days
How many men were led by Cornwallis?
About 8,000 men
What two generals were set in to guard the center of the American forces?
Major General Nathanael Greene,
and Brigadier General Anthony Wayne
How far did John Sullivan retreat?
3/4 of a mile
What time did sterling forces march into position?
2:00 PM