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Battle of CamdenAugust 16, 1780 http://www.britishbattles.com/images/camden/baron-van-kalb-l.jpg The battle of Camden occurred on August 16, 1780 in South Carolina. There were three armies that were involved in this battle. This battle was between the Americans vs. the British and the Germans. The leaders of each side were Benastre Tarleton, Fracis Rawdon-Hastings, and Lord Charles Cornwallis on the British side vs. Horatio Gates, Johann de Kalb, and Marquis de la Rouerie who were with the US colonies.

During this battle the Americans and the British dressed differently. The British wore redcoats and headgear, while the Americans wore all blue uniforms.

Because of the location Camden was considered a prime spot to have during this time. Just north of Camden, Gates set up a camp to try and claim the territory of Camden. General Cornwallis however, realized what Gates was doing and headed to Charleston with over 2,000 men. From there the battle occured. The US had 3,700 soldiers while Great Britain had 2,000 soldiers however, in the end Great Britain won the battle.

The significance of this battle to the outcome of the war is that with this win over the Americans the British gained control of South Carolina for the time being. By: Chip Sherman = = =     Citations: = 1. [] 2. []