What name was given them? How did they regard it? What did they carry to their husbands and friends in dungeons ? What did many of them impart to their wavering husbands? To what, did the English condemn the most zealous of these females ? What did they do, when reduced to indigence? What glorious result is to be imputed principally to their heroism? What ladies formed a society, to raise funds for the use of the state? -Who was at their head? What did they do, besides contributing themselves? With what success? To what, was the money to be applied? Who imitated their example? For what purpose, did they go from house to house? § With whom, did the spirit of freedom still remain in S. C.? What American soon gained great advantages over the English in S. C.? To what state, did S. belong? S. C. Through what states, was an army advancing to the aid of S. C.1 Who was conducting it? The Baron de Kalb. By whom, was he soon superseded? Gen. Gates. Why? De Kalb was a stranger, and the troops had much more confidence in the hero of Saratoga. How large was Gates's army, when it approached S. C.? For, in every affair of public interest, the general opinion never manifests itself with more energy, than when women take part in it, with all the life of their imagination." Not far from the same time, the most laudable and effectual exertions were made, to aid the public funds, and to reward and encourage the soldiers. in the general decree of banish-gumph was still far from secure.ment, issued against the partisans of liberty, they abandoned with the same firmness, their natal soil. A supernatural alacrity seemed to animate them, when they accompanied their husbands into distant countries, and even when immured with them in the fetid ships, into which they were inhumanly crowded.Reduced to the most frightful indigence, they were seen to beg bread for themselves and families. Among those who were nurtured in the lap of opulence, many passed suddenly from the most delicate and the most elegant style of living, to the rudest toils, and to the humblest services. But humiliation could not triumph over their resolution and cheerful tune. "The ladies of Philadelphia, animated by the most ardent patri otism, formed a society, and placed at their head, Mrs. Washington, a wife worthy of such a husband.After having subscribed for the use of the state to the extent of their means, they went from house to house, to stimulate the liberality of the citizens in favor of the republic. ness. Their example was a support to their companions in misfor-Their zeal was not sterile. They To this heroism of the wo- collected large sums, which they men of Carolina, it is principally lodged in the public chest, to be to be imputed, that the love, and used in bounties to such soldiers, as even the name of liberty, were not should merit them, and in auginentotally extinguished in the southerntation of pay to all. They were provinces. The English hence be-imitated with enthusiasm by the la. gan to be sensible, that their tri- dies of the other states." Where was there a great battle Aug. 16? Which way is Camden from Charleston? N. N. W.-How far? Who commanded the British? Cornwallis. What had tempted him to this crime? Pecuniary embarrassment, occasioned by excessive luxury. Where? In Philadelphia. In what office? He was commander of the American forces. When? When P. was evacuat On which side, was victory? Distinguished German, who fell in the battle of Camden ? Effect of this defeat, upon our affairs? When did our prospects begin to brighten? Conduct of Kniphausen, in N. J in 1780 ? What greatly added to these calamities in N. J.? Where had Washington encamped the preceding winter? What name was given to that winter?-Why? What appalling prospect was of ten before him, during the hard winter? By what, did American patriots seem to gain strength under these trials? § How many men arrived from France, for our aid in 1780 ? Under what commander? Why were the French, for some time, prevented from co-operating with the Americans? § Who solicited and obtained the command of West Point in '80 ? On what river ?-Which side? How far from N. Y. ? With whom, did Arnold negotiate, to deliver up West Point? What induced Arnold to turn traitor? Probably the punishment and disgrace, which he had incurred. What punishment had he received? Washington reprimanded him by order of a court martial. Of what crime, had Arnold been convicted? Peculation. Meaning of peculation? § What British agent negotiated with Arnold about delivering up W. P. ? Military rank of Andre? What is he generally called? Major Andre. Character of Andre? To what place, was Andre conveyed, in order to hold correspondence with Arnold? In what vessel ? How did Andre attempt to return to N. Y. after he had had an interview with Arnold on shore? What name did he assume? Where was he arrested? On which side of the Hudson E. What plains are very near to Tarrytown? White Plains. What officer did he declare himself to be? What did he offer them, to release him ?-With what effect? To whom, did they conduct him? To whom, did Jameson impru dently permit Andre to write? How did Arnold escape ? In what city, did he take refuge? Who appointed a court martial, to try Andre ? President of the court? What did the court pronounce Andre to be? To what punishment, did they condeinn him? What British officer made the utmost efforts to save him? What request, did Andre make to Washington? Why did Andre wish to be shot, rather than hanged? How did Washington's feelings urge him to treat Andre's request 2 What induced him to deny it ? In what month, was Andre executed? How long ago? By whom, lamented? What reward did Congress bestow upon Paulding, Williams and Van Wert? What office did Clinton bestow upon Arnold? How much money? For what, was Arnold willing to sell his honor and his country? § How did W. hope to render it consistent to spare Andre? Who engaged in this enterprise? Of what state? In what manner, did Champet leave the army? How long did he start, before his pursuers ? How did he escape, when he arrived at the river? How was he treated by Clinton? To whom, did Clinton recommend Champe? Into whose legion, did he enlist ? What frustrated this enterprise? Where did Champe desert from the British army? Who granted Champe a discharge from the American service? Why? CHAPTER LVIII. p. 167. Mutiny of the Pa. Troops.-Battle of Cowpens.-- Battle of Guilford C. H.-Second battle of Camden.Battle of Eutaw Springs.-Character of Gen. menaced them with his pistol? What did they say, they would do if the enemy should then come out? To what place, did they withdraw? Who sent agents, to invite them to join the British? How did the mutineers treat the offers of the enemy ?-the agents? Who examined the grievances of the mutineers ? Consequence of redress? What became of the British agents? They were delivered up to the Committee, and hanged? What was the issue of a mutiny among the N. J. troops, soon after? It was immediately quelled by Washington. § In what Southern State, did Arnold commit most outrageous depredations? By what squadron, were they checked? § Who superseded Gates, after the battle of Camden? Why? Probably because he was defeated at Camden. Number of the army? § Where did Greene send Gen. Morgan? What state was Cornwallis nearly prepared to invade ? Whom did Cornwallis send, to attack Morgan ? Where did they come to a battle? Where is Cowpens? Near the N. W. corner of S. C. On which side, was victory? Greene.-Capture of Cornwal-bably no other was ever at once, so lis. Close of the War. From whose immediate command, did they revolt? disgraceful and disastrons to the British-so glorious and beneficial to the Americans. To what grand result, was it most powerfully conducive ? To crush Cornwallis, and end the war. In what month and year, was What did they say, when Wayne the battle of Cowpens? + Pronounced Shamp. §Who marched in pursuit of Morgan, after the battle of Cowpens? With what success? Between what commanders, was the battle of Guilford C. H? Which was victorious? Effect of this battle ? It improv ed the condition of Greene. § What was the grand object of Greene, after the battle of G. C.? To re-conquer Carolina. Which way from Augusta? N. Issue of Greene's attempt to take Ninety Six ? Where did some of Greene's friends then advise him to retreat? To Va. What did he reply? "I will recover the country, or die in the attempt." What post did Lord Rawdon soon evacuate? Where did his army encamp, as he retired to Charleston ? Where are Eutaw Springs ? Near the great bend in Santee river, about 50 miles N. N. W. of Charleston. Between what commanders, was the battle of Eutaw Springs? Gen. Greene and Col. Stewart. What strong post did he deter-of mine next to attack? Who then commanded at C.? Issue of the second battle of C. ? To what cause, was the result favorable? Which had the advantage? G. Where did the British retire? What citizen of Charleston has given a high encomium of Gen. Greene? Dr. Ramsay.† § What were the only two posts that were held in S. C. by the Bri tish, soon after the second battle of Camden? How is the place, called Nine-the southern campaign? ty Six, situated with regard to Charleston? Of what, does Ramsay say history affords but few instances? How did Greene open and close How did his enemies find him, after defeat ? and half naked army bad to contend with veteran soldiers, supplied with every thing, that the wealth of Britain, or the plunder of Caro + Dr. Ramsay's encomium up-closed it with glory. His unpaid on Greene, deserves to be perpetuated. "Thus ended," says he, "the campaign of 1781, in S. C. At its commencement, the British were in force all over the state. Atlina, could procure. Under all its close, they durst not, but with great precaution, venture 20 miles from Charleston. History affords but few instances of commanders, who have achieved so much with equal means, as was done by Gen. Greene, in the short space of a twelvemonth. He opened the campaign with gloomy prospects; but these disadvantages, he compelled superior numbers to retire from the extremity of the state, and confine themselves in the capital and its vicinity. Had not his mind been of the firmest texture, he would have been discouraged. But his enemies found him as formidable on the evening of a defeat as on To whose advantage, did all his battles result? How high should he be ranked among our revolutionary heroes? Probably next to Washington. In what state? Which way from Baltimore and Auburn ? What deception did W. practise upon Clinton ? What, did C. think, was W's ob Where was Greene born? In Warwick, R. L.-When? 1740ject in marching towards Va. ? or 41. Where did W. embark for Wil How old was he, when he so glo-liamsburg? riously finished his campaign? What general had then his head § In whose charge, did Cornwal-quarters at Williamsburg? lis leave S. C. after the battle of Guilford ? To what place, did C. then march? Which way is Petersburg from In what month, did he arrive? Why did Fayette avoid a battle? What did he display in all his maneuvres ? Which way is Williamsburg from Yorktown or York? What forces accompanied Count de Grasse ? Where is Gloucester Point? By what forces, was Gloucester then occupied ? In what year, did Cornwallis surrender?-month and day? How many years and days after Burgoyne? How much larger was the army of Cornwallis? What else rendered the capture much greater than that of Sarato§ What great plan did Washing-ga? The seamen, shipping and ton and others form at Wethers-military stores, that were taken. field, in '81 ? Who received the submission of What troops soon joined Wash- the royal army? ington? Where? Where had Lincoln been captur For what, were all things appa-ed?-how long before? rently preparing? Who was expected soon to arrive with a French fleet ?Where? Of what vicissitudes, did this scene afford an affecting instance? What object was every eye turn What reinforcement had Clin-ed to discover? ton recently received? From what places, had W. not Why did he not appear? received the expected quota of mi-tive of Cornwallis? What plan did W. adopt, instead of that of attacking N. Y.? To what place, had Cornwallis retired? Near the mouth of what river? the morning after a victory." In another place, Dr. R. remarks, "Though Congress was unable to forward either men or money, for the relief of the Southern States, Amount of the besieging army? § How soon after the capture of C. did Clinton appear in view? With what reinforcement? What did Clinton do, when he heard, that Cornwallis was taken? they did what was equivalent. They sent them a general, whose head was a council, and whose military talents were equal to a reinforcement "" |