Skip to main content

Guilford Courthouse

Costly Victory

The Battle of Guilford Courthouse was fought on March 15, 1781. This battle decided the outcome for the Carolinas because even though Cornwallis won, technically, he lost 25% of his force.

Watch the episode and learn about the key people and events below.

Resource Type
The Fife And Drum | Guilford Courthouse

Photo

Grades

  • 4
  • 8
The Fife And Drum | Guilford Courthouse
Episode 7
The fife and drum played a crucial role during the American Revolution. They were used as tools for commanders to communicate with their troops. Fifes and drums were much easier to use for relaying...
Women Camp Followers | Guilford Courthouse

Photo

Grades

  • 8
Women Camp Followers | Guilford Courthouse
Episode 6
In many cases, women “camp followers” accompanied soldiers on the road. Their roles were to nurse the wounded, patch clothing, and provide meals. It was considered to be much safer for women to...
General Nathanael Greene | Guilford Courthouse

Photo

Grades

  • 4
  • 8
General Nathanael Greene | Guilford Courthouse
Episode 3
In the fall of 1780, George Washington appointed General Nathanael Greene to command the Continental army in the South. Following the victory at the Battle of Cowpens, Lt. General Charles Earl...