Battle of Cooch's Bridge Cannons - Newark, DE
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bluesnote
N 39° 38.394 W 075° 44.203
18S E 436784 N 4388050
A series of 4 cannons surround a Delaware State Marker, indicating the site of an American Revolution battle, the only one fought on Delaware soil.
Waymark Code: WM15MP7
Location: Delaware, United States
Date Posted: 01/22/2022
Views: 7
The plaque says, "American Light Infantry and Cavalry under General William Maxwell encountered advance guard of British and Hessian Troops under Generals Howe, Cornwallis, and Knyphausen in this vicinity September 3, 1777. American Troops were expert marksmen drafted by General Washington from the several brigades of his Army then encamped near Wilmington. Only battle of American Revolution on Delaware soil and claimed to have been the first in which the stars and stripes were carried."
What type of artillery is this?: Cannon
Where is this artillery located?: Monument grounds
What military of the world used this device?: US Military
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: yes
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
No
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
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