Clinton returned in 1780 with 14,000 soldiers. American General Benjamin Lincoln was trapped and surrendered his entire 5,400-man force after a long fight, and the Siege of Charles Towne was the greatest American defeat of the war. Several Americans who escaped the carnage joined other militias, including those of Francis Marion, the "Swamp Fox"; and Andrew Pickens. The British retained control of the city until December 1782. After the British left, the city's name was officially changed to Charleston in 1783.
What was the greatest American defeat of the American Revolution? How many soldiers did General Clinton return with? In what year did General Clinton return to Charles Towne? Who was the leader of the American forces defending Charles Towne? How many soldiers did General Lincoln lead?