The Only Double Envelopment in the American Revolution
“…our success was complete…”
-- Daniel Morgan to Nathanael Greene, January 19, 1781
A pasturing area at the time of the battle, this Revolutionary War site commemorates the place where Daniel Morgan and his army turned the flanks of Banastre Tarleton's British army. This classic military tactic, known as a double envelopment, was one of only a few in history.
Features
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Special Event Calendar
The park has 3 main special events and several smaller ones throughout the year. Click the link below, and search the calendar for more information.
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Staff Ride for Cowpens
By definition, the staff ride is conducted by the military participants themselves. Click the link below for information on leading your walk.
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Guided Battlefield Walk by Ed Bearss
Ed Bearss led a guided battlefield walk for teachers on 8/1/2011. Click the link below to enjoy a virtual Ed Bearss tour.
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Did You Know?
Revolutionary War soldiers nailed heel plates such as these to their boots reinforcing the heel so they would not wear down as quickly as without them.