"The World Turned Upside Down - HM 1st Light Infantry c1777" Topic
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| carojon | 18 Jul 2026 10:04 a.m. PST |
British light infantry, whether in companies or composite battalions, fought in every major battle and many minor engagements during the AWI, generally able to match rebel irregulars and militia in skirmishing and "Indian fighting," but also frequently called upon to act as crack shock troops in special operations, with the so-called "Light Bobs" earning a reputation among both friends and foes as the ruthless elite of the British Army.
The 1st Light Infantry Combined Battalion under Lt. Colonel Robert Abercrombie were at the spearhead of General Howe's Philadelphia Campaign of 1777, playing a key role in the Battles of Cooch's Bridge, Brandywine, Battle of the Clouds, Germantown, and finally on December 5th – 8th, the Battle of Whitemarsh.
If you would like to know more then just follow the link to JJ's link JJ |
DisasterWargamer  | 18 Jul 2026 10:53 a.m. PST |
Nicely done as always – history included |
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