who was the general that won the battle at long island
The British troops were led to the battle of the Long Island by General William Howe.
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Major General Lord Howe
Major General Lord Howe
American--- George Washington
what happen in the battle of long island
the battle of long island lasted 3 days
The American Revolutionary War
Battle of Long Island happened on 1776-08-27.
New Answer: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.
The American commander was Washington, and the British commander was Howe.