The Battle of Guilford Courthouse – a Victory Within a Defeat
“I never saw such fighting since God made me. The Americans fought like demons.” – Lt. General Charles, Earl Cornwallis
On March 15, 1781, six years into the American Revolution, General Greene and Lord Cornwallis’ troops faced off at a small courthouse community. The battle would change the course of the Southern Campaign of the American Revolution. Cornwallis’ heavy casualties led to his withdrawal from the Carolinas, and, ultimately, his surrender at Yorktown, VA, on October 19, 1781.
Here you can find videos, maps and other information which will help one prepare for the Visitor Center amenities as well as a walking tour of the battleground itself.
NCPedia is a wonderful resource to research sites, people and events of North Carolina history. With this “search” one wlll discover a series of articles to understand the story of the battle at Guilford Courthouse from a variety of perspectives.
Jim Morgan has created a meticulously documented anthology of NC sites and events related to the American Revolution. This link is one of several in a “Guilford Courthouse Tour” section.
Read a Little – Read a Lot. This is wonderful history of a turning point in the American Revolution that happened right here in North Carolina and just 75 minutes from here.
Image: Battle of Guilford Court House by Don Troiani, original painting on display at Guilford Courthouse National Military Park Visitor Center
