At the Battle of Great Bridge, Virginia and North Carolina militia defeat a British force consisting of Loyalists and slaves commanded by Lord Dunmore, the royal governor of Virginia. This Patriot victory secures Virginia and forces out the Virginia royal government from Norfolk, its temporary stronghold.
Year
1775
Date of Event
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