Battle of Oriskany, Historic battle in New York
The Battle of Oriskany was a significant engagement during the American Revolutionary War.
Fought on August 6, 1777, it was one of the bloodiest battles in the North American theater of the war.
The battle is commemorated for its role in testing the resolve of the American patriot forces.
Oriskany Battlefield State Historic Site preserves the location of this historic clash.
The battle involved a rare instance of close combat fighting among Continental Army troops and Iroquois warriors.
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American Revolutionary War
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43.17722,-75.36944
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August 31, 2026 12:16
