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First naval victory of the Revolution
1775
HMS Margaretta Captured — First Naval Battle of the Revolution
1775
Patriots Meet at Burnham Tavern to Plan the Attack
1776
Machias Privateers Operate Throughout the War

Machias

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On June 12, 1775, Machias patriots captured the British schooner Margaretta in what is considered the first naval engagement won by American forces.

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Pitchforks Against a Navy

The men who captured HMS Margaretta were not soldiers. They were fishermen, lumber workers, and small farmers from one of the remotest corners of the colonies. Their weapons included pitchforks. The B...

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