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Fog of War: How Chaos Lost the Battle of Germantown
Season 2 · Episode 68

Fog of War: How Chaos Lost the Battle of Germantown

History Distilled

September 3, 202514m 10s

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Show Notes

It was the battle George Washington should have won. A bold, four-pronged surprise attack had the British reeling, and a stunning American victory was within grasp. So how did it all descend into a chaotic mess of friendly fire and a confused retreat?

This is the story of the Battle of Germantown, a bloody fight shrouded in fog and confusion. We dive into Washington's audacious strategy, the critical moment the American advance stalled at the Cliveden mansion, and how the battle that could have ended the war devolved into chaos. Discover the battle that, despite being a loss, proved the resilience of the Continental Army to the world. One that helped convince France to join the American cause.

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History American Revolution Battle Germantown Military George Washington Revolutionary War USHistory