Battle of Cowpens U.S. Memorial Monument - Chesnee, South Carolina
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Located within the Battle of Cowpens National Battlefield. The entrance is located on the south side of SC 11, approximately 2.5 miles east of Chesnee.
Waymark Code: WM2754
Location: South Carolina, United States
Date Posted: 09/15/2007
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The Battle of Cowpens was fought on January 17, 1781, during the Southern campaign of the American Revolutionary War. This battle, led by Brigadier General Daniel Morgan, was an overwhelming victory by American Revolutionary forces. Ths battle is remembered as an American tactical masterstroke in the war which was an important turning point in the capture of South Carolina from the British.
Date Created/Placed: 1932
Address:
4001 Chesnee Highway Gaffney, SC 29341
Height: 50 feet
Illuminated: no
Website: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
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