A formidable British army commanded by General William Howe defeats General George Washington at the Battle of Long Island, also known as the Battle of Brooklyn. In the largest battle in North American history American soldiers could not hold their defensive lines, but slyly escaped Brooklyn, avoiding total defeat.
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