Battle of Germantown
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Four three pounder cannons, set up out of musket range, fired shots against the mansion. However, the thick walls of Cliveden withstood the bombardments.
Waymark Code: WM80C5
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 01/02/2010
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Marker Text: The Battle of Germantown occurred at Cliveden, the country home of Pa. Chief Justice Benjamin Chew, on Oct. 4, 1777. A British regiment occupied Cliveden and defended it from full assault by the colonials. Over 70 soldiers died on these grounds. Although it was an American defeat, Washington's bold strategy helped to win French aid for the cause of independence.
Marker Name: Battle of Germantown
County: Philadelphia
Date Dedicated: 10/05/1996
Marker Type: City
Location: 6401 Germantown Ave. at Clivedon, Germantown, Philadelphia
Category: American Revolution, George Washington, Military
Website: [Web Link]
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