Statements (144)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:battle
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| gptkbp:aftermath |
Retreat of the Continental Army
retreat of American forces to Manhattan Retreat of American forces to Manhattan |
| gptkbp:american_retreat |
Retreat to New Jersey
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| gptkbp:battle |
British consolidated control over New York
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| gptkbp:british_advance |
Advance into New York City
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| gptkbp:casualties |
American: 1,000
British casualties approximately 400 British: 400 American casualties approximately 1,000 |
| gptkbp:combatant |
gptkb:British_Army
gptkb:Continental_Army |
| gptkbp:combatants |
gptkb:British_Army
gptkb:Continental_Army |
| gptkbp:commander |
gptkb:General_George_Washington
gptkb:General_William_Howe |
| gptkbp:commemorated_by |
gptkb:historical_markers
|
| gptkbp:commemoration |
Memorials and historical sites
held annually in Brooklyn. |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
Portrayal in literature and film
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| gptkbp:date |
August 27, 1776
|
| gptkbp:emergency_exits |
Continental Army retreated to Manhattan
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| gptkbp:followed_by |
gptkb:Battle_of_White_Plains
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| gptkbp:fought_against |
August 27 and August 30, 1776
August 27, 1776 and August 30, 1776 |
| gptkbp:historical_analysis |
Study of military tactics and leadership
considered a turning point for British strategy |
| gptkbp:historical_context |
Part of the American Revolutionary War
Part of the New York and New Jersey campaign part of the larger conflict for independence |
| gptkbp:historical_documentation |
Reports and letters from the battle
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| gptkbp:historical_impact |
Influenced French support for the American cause
Showed the impact of weather on military operations Highlighted the challenges of urban warfare Showed the impact of leadership decisions on battle outcomes Boosted British morale Diminished American confidence Highlighted the importance of intelligence in warfare increased British control in the region Demonstrated the importance of alliances in warfare Increased recruitment for the Continental Army Shifted the momentum to British forces Set the stage for future battles in the Revolutionary War Reinforced the need for better training of American troops Demonstrated the importance of supply lines in warfare Highlighted the role of geography in military strategy Demonstrated the role of propaganda in shaping public perception of the war Influenced the tactics of both British and American forces in subsequent battles Affected the morale of loyalists in the region Influenced the outcome of the Siege of Boston Led to further British campaigns in New York Set a precedent for future American military engagements Revealed weaknesses in American leadership Showed the effectiveness of British artillery Influenced British public opinion on the war effort Demonstrated the importance of reconnaissance in military strategy Demonstrated the challenges of coordinating American forces Contributed to the British strategy of isolating New England Contributed to the evolution of military logistics in the Revolutionary War Reinforced the need for effective communication among troops Led to the establishment of fortifications in New York City Reinforced the need for a unified command among American forces Contributed to the development of guerrilla tactics by American forces Influenced the training and organization of future American military units Led to the establishment of military hospitals for wounded soldiers Led to the establishment of a more organized American command structure |
| gptkbp:historical_interpretation |
Varied perspectives on leadership and strategy
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| gptkbp:historical_legacy |
remains a subject of study in military history
Considered a turning point in the war. |
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
Demonstrated British military superiority
demonstrated the challenges faced by the Continental Army |
| gptkbp:historical_source |
accounts from soldiers
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Battle of Long Island
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| gptkbp:impact_on_british_strategy |
Strengthened British resolve
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| gptkbp:influenced |
subsequent battles in the Revolutionary War
|
| gptkbp:intelligence |
American forces underestimated British strength
|
| gptkbp:involved |
over 10,000 American troops
over 30,000 British troops |
| gptkbp:key_event |
gptkb:Battle_of_Brooklyn
gptkb:Battle_of_Fort_Washington gptkb:Battle_of_Fort_Lee |
| gptkbp:known_as |
gptkb:Battle_of_Brooklyn
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| gptkbp:leadership |
praised for effective strategy
questioned after the defeat |
| gptkbp:led_to |
gptkb:British_occupation_of_New_York_City
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| gptkbp:legacy |
Influenced future military tactics
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| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Long_Island,_New_York
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| gptkbp:military_engagement |
Conventional warfare
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| gptkbp:military_leadership |
Leadership of General Washington questioned
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| gptkbp:military_outcome |
British control of New York City
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| gptkbp:military_strategy |
Divide and conquer
British naval superiority American defensive positions use of artillery by British forces |
| gptkbp:military_unit |
included militia units
included Hessian troops |
| gptkbp:mood |
diminished after the battle
Low morale for American forces |
| gptkbp:notable_battle |
gptkb:Battle_of_Trenton
gptkb:Battle_of_Saratoga gptkb:Battle_of_Princeton |
| gptkbp:notable_commanders |
gptkb:General_George_Washington
gptkb:General_William_Howe |
| gptkbp:notable_event |
Washington's retreat across the East River
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| gptkbp:notable_figures |
gptkb:John_Sullivan
gptkb:Henry_Clinton gptkb:William_Alexander,_Lord_Stirling gptkb:Charles_Cornwallis gptkb:Nathanael_Greene |
| gptkbp:notable_ships |
gptkb:British_Navy
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| gptkbp:occurs_in |
gptkb:Brooklyn
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| gptkbp:outcome |
Loss for the Continental Army
American forces suffered heavy losses Loss of New York City for the Continental Army |
| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:American_Revolutionary_War
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| gptkbp:preceded_by |
gptkb:Battle_of_Brooklyn
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| gptkbp:primary_source |
Diaries of soldiers
Historical analyses and books letters from commanders historical books and documentaries |
| gptkbp:result |
British victory
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| gptkbp:significance |
First major battle after the Declaration of Independence
first major battle after the Declaration of Independence |
| gptkbp:strategic_goals |
Control of the Hudson River
to secure New York as a base of operations |
| gptkbp:strategic_importance |
Control of New York City
control of New York City |
| gptkbp:strategy |
divide and conquer
defensive positioning to capture New York City to defend New York City |
| gptkbp:strength |
American: 10,000
British: 32,000 were delayed arrived prior to the battle |
| gptkbp:tactics_used |
Flanking maneuver
flanking maneuver by British forces Flanking maneuver by British forces |
| gptkbp:terrain |
Hilly and wooded terrain
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| gptkbp:weather_conditions |
Hot and humid
rain and fog affected visibility |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:George_Washington
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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