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Battle of Cowpens

The Battle of Cowpens was an important victory for the Patriot forces in the Southern Campaign of the American Revolutionary War.

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Southern Campaign

After a stalemate in the north, the Southern Campaign was a series of engagements and battles that led to the British defeat at Yorktown.

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Fractured-Families

Many people in South Carolina experienced The American Revolutionary War as a Civil War.

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Feeding Armies

Food was essential to keep armies in the fight.

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48 Hours Following the Battle of Cowpens

The battle's aftermath caused a series of events experienced by British and Patriot forces.

 
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British Units at Cowpens

Several British units served at the Battle of Cowpens.

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Patriot Minorites at Battle of Cowpens

People from many backgrounds were present at the Battle of Cowpens.

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USS Cowpens

Two U.S. Navy Ships were named after the Battle of Cowpens.

 
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Black Powder Weapons

Discover black powder weapons of the Southern Campaign.

 
 
 

Last updated: February 15, 2024

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338 New Pleasant Road

Gaffney, SC 29341

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