Ambush of Geary (1776)

Ambush of Geary (16th (Queen's) Light Dragoons vs Local Patriot militia) took place in 1776 during American Revolutionary War.

Battle facts

Year: 1776
Date: 1776-12-14
Era: Early Modern
Conflict: American Revolutionary War
Side A: 16th (Queen's) Light Dragoons
Side B: Local Patriot militia
Commanders (A): Cornet Francis Geary
Commanders (B): Captain John Schenck
Casualties: One killed (16th (Queen's) Light Dragoons), None (Local Patriot militia)
Outcome: American victory
Coordinates: 40.457°, -74.859°