Battle of Flint Creek (1789 AD)

Battle of Flint Creek (State of Franklin militia vs Chickamauga Cherokee and Creek warriors) took place in 1789 AD during Cherokee–American wars.

Battle facts

• Year: 1789 AD
• Date: 1789-01-10
• Era: Early Modern
• Conflict: Cherokee–American wars
• Side A: State of Franklin militia
• Side B: Chickamauga Cherokee and Creek warriors
• Commanders (A): John Sevier
• Commanders (B): John Watts
• Casualties: approx. 5 killed; 16 wounded145 killed and buried; additional wounded
• Outcome: Franklinite militia victory
• Coordinates: 36.015°, -82.557°

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Wikipedia article on Battle of Flint Creek · Wikidata entry

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