On this day in 1778,
French Adm. d'Estang and Gen. Sullivan issue confusing orders for the combined assault of Newport, RI. After several days of bombardment by Sullivan, d'Estang retreats with his fleet and leaves Sullivan exposed and must withdraw from The Battle of Newport.
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French Adm. d'Estang and Gen. Sullivan issue confusing orders for the combined assault of Newport, RI. After several days of bombardment by Sullivan, d'Estang retreats with his fleet and leaves Sullivan exposed and must withdraw from The Battle of Newport.
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