Battle of Harlem Heights

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The Battle of Harlem Heights, fought on September 16, 1776, was a delaying action during the American Revolution. American General George Washington, retreating from Long Island, regrouped his forces in this engagement. The battle occurred on Manhattan Island, west of modern Harlem, between 103rd and 120th streets. While the British captured New York City, the temporary check to their advance at Harlem Heights provided a much-needed reprieve for the Continental Army. This battle was part of the larger British campaign of 1776, which aimed to gain military control of New York and isolate the New England colonies.123

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…to be known as the Battle of Harlem Heights, cost the British perhaps 90 of their light infantry, with an additional 300 wounded. The temporary check to the British advance provided a much-needed reprieve to the reeling Americans.
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…to be known as the Battle of Harlem Heights, cost the British perhaps 90 of their light infantry, with an additional 300 wounded. The temporary check to the British advance provided a much-needed reprieve to the reeling Americans.
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