27 events found for 1776
American Revolutionary War: British forces successfully land at Kip's Bay, forcing the Continental Army, which was…
American Revolutionary War: American forces win the Battle of Harlem Heights after General George Washington orders a…
The Presidio of San Francisco is founded in New Spain.
Part of New York City is burned shortly after being occupied by British forces.
Nathan Hale is hanged for spying during the American Revolution.
American Revolution: A fleet of American boats on Lake Champlain is defeated by the Royal Navy, but delays the British…
American Revolutionary War: British troops under General William Howe attack General George Washington's Continental…