Battle of Big Sandy Creek-- Part 2

On May 29th, the American expedition reached the mouth of the Big Salmon River where their presence was discovered by the British.  The Americans were joined by 120-130 Oneida Indians at this place.  At 8 AM, the British began a cannonade of the Americans at the mouth of the Big Sandy Creek and advanced.  But the Americans and Indians had hidden themselves and ambushed the British as they advanced  A ten minute battle ensued and the British surrendered their entire force.

American losses of the 250 regulars and 125 Indians were two wounded.  The British force under Stephan Popham, lost 13 killed, 28 wounded and captured and 140 others captured.

--Brock-Perry