USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The militia was able to take badly needed weapons and horses from the Loyalist soldiers, and the spirits of the Georgia militia were lifted by their victory. The victory at the Battle of Kettle Creek also ensured that the backcountry remained in Patriot control, although Loyalist and Patriot killings continued.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Battle of Kettle Creek was the most important battle of the American Revolutionary War to be fought in Georgia. The battle was fought on February 14, 1779, near this location at Battle Hill. The victory by the American Patriot Militia virtually ended the movement to remain loyal to the England among Georgians.

Detailed explanation-3: -Battle Summary The Battle of Kettle Creek was a major encounter in the back country of Georgia. It was fought in Wilkes County about eight miles from present-day Washington, Georgia. A militia force of Patriots decisively defeated and scattered a Loyalist militia force that was on its way to British-controlled Augusta.

Detailed explanation-4: -Early in 1779, at Kettle Creek in Wilkes County, Lt. Col. Elijah Clarke led a force of Georgia patriots in an attack against British loyalists. Aided by South Carolinians, the patriots scattered the Tories, killing their British commander.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Siege of Savannah (September 23 to October 18, 1779) refers to the failed attempt by American and French forces to retake the port city from its British occupiers. It was one of the costliest battles of the Revolutionary War in terms of casualties.