Battle of Waxhaws, Battle site in the United States
The Battle of Waxhaws was a significant engagement in the Southern theater of the American Revolutionary War.
On May 29, 1780, British forces under Lieutenant Colonel Banastre Tarleton decisively defeated Patriots led by Abraham Buford.
The incident is often described as the 'Waxhaws Massacre' due to the high number of American casualties.
The battle site is remembered and has been preserved for its historical significance.
The controversial nature of the battle, especially the claim that Tarleton's men killed soldiers attempting to surrender, has impacted its legacy.
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