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Battle of Cowpens
Daniel Morgan's masterpiece, January 1781
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At Cowpens on January 17, 1781, Daniel Morgan baited the aggressive British commander Banastre Tarleton into a trap, using lines of militia to absorb the charge before regulars and cavalry enveloped the British force.
The near-total destruction of Tarleton's command crippled British strength in the South and is often studied as a tactical model of the double envelopment.
Revolutionary Era
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January 17, 1781
Battle of Cowpens
Daniel Morgan's masterpiece, January 1781
Key Facts
| Date | January 17, 1781 |
| Outcome | Decisive American victory |
| Significance | Crippled British strength in the South |
At a Glance
| Date | January 17, 1781 |
| Location | Cowpens, South Carolina |
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