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The Battle of Long Island, New York, was on August 27, 1776. George Washington commanded the American side, and William Howe commanded the British side.
The British forced the Americans from Long Island. However, when the battle was over, approximately 250 Americans were dead or wounded, and the British had approximately 400 who were either dead or wounded.
Although the American troops lost this battle, it was considered by some American Generals to be a turning point in the war.
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Battle of Long Island happened on 1776-08-27.
The battle was at Long Island, New York.
it was long island
The result of the Battle of Long Island was that the British drove Washington's troops out of Brooklyn.
1776
Battle of Long Island
The Battle of Long Island.
The British troops were led to the battle of the Long Island by General William Howe.
First large battle.