On this date, Colonel “Light Horse Harry” Lee conducted a daring raid on the British defenses at Paulus Hook (Jersey City) New Jersey. While sustaining very few losses, Lee’s forces killed 50 British redcoats and captured 158 as prisoners. This victory reinvigorated the spirit of many patriots. Lee was awarded a medal from the Continental Congress, one of only 8 such given.
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