Campaign Log II - British View

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1775 October, Week I

EVENT: Bad news – Have you heard, neighbor? The enemy is attacking again, and the our troops are retreating. It's not a surprise, as there aren't enough weapons. The soldiers go barefoot and don't see any food day after day. The officers are just feasting all day. Yesterday, the injured were being carried here by several carts. We must have lost a battle somewhere close. God has turned away from us, and sooner or later, we will have new lords... (-3 Zeal)

Colonel Cleveland with a detachment of 500 men and 30 heavy cannon leave Boston with orders to move to New Haven.

Indian Chief Blackfish leads his war party into Fredericksburg and discovers a colonial dragoon regiment north of the river. He immediately withdraws to the southeast.

Colonel Tarleton’s dragoons pass by Beaufort on their way to reconnoiter Savannah.

Brigadier Prevost marches his command out of Beaufort for Charles Town.

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1775 October, Week II

EVENT: Revelry – Think it and drink! Don't think... drink! In vino veritas... in vino... in vino... lies comfort! Wench! Set another cask a broach! Sit here on my lap and let me rest my rough hands on your tight, rolling behind! Here's to us! To victory! Bottoms-up! (Colonel Small’s command, Quebec, +5 morale, -30 readiness)

Colonial forces again attack and capture the Mohawk Indian village.

Colonel Elbert’s dragoons re-establish rebel control over Fredericksburg and join in on Colonel Douglas’ attack on the Indian war party outside of the town.

Skirmish Southeast of Fredericksburg – Colonel Douglas’ command (1,000 regulars and 300 militia) along with Colonel Elbert’s dragoons surround and attack Chief Blackfish’s war party (146 braves). The war party unsuccessfully tries to evade the colonial forces and suffers 16 casualties without inflicting any on the colonials. The war party retreats north across the Rappahannock River.

Chief Blackfish quickly moves away from the colonial forces raiding and pillaging Alexandria.

Engagement at Charles Town – Brigadier Prevost advances his army to Charles Town and launches an assault on the city in co-ordination with the Royal Navy. The Royal Navy bombards the city’s defenses inflicting 19 casualties and destroying 1 cannon. Then, Brigade Prevost’s army with 3,166 men and 18 cannon attacks the city’s garrison commanded by Colonel Sumter (871 men and 3 cannon). The British take the city inflicting 137 casualties and destroying 1 cannon, while losing 57 men in the attack.

Colonel Tarleton’s dragoons cross the Savannah River west of Savannah and prepare to reconnoiter the city’s defenses.

Colonel Murray begins fortifying the defenses of Beaufort.

Colonel Dawson raises a Tory regiment in Springfield.

The British forces in America REORGANIZE (+5 readiness).

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1775 October, Week III

EVENT: Unexpected cargo – Sir! At last, the navy has arrived from England. In this damned America, we cannot even make a step without the support and supplies from Great Britain. Food, munitions, uniforms... we have to drag, even the last horseshoe nail across the ocean. We do not have much support from the loyal settlers either. Though they join the army in a sufficient number, it only worsens our troubles with the provisions. However, it will soon end. With this store, we can at last start out to smash the nest of the rebels. (Alexandria + 25% of 0 = 0!)

Skirmish in Alexandria – Colonel Sumner with 300 militia attacks Chief Blackfish’s war party in Alexandria from across the Potomac River with Colonel Elbert’s dragoons entering the city from the south. The war party is forced to retreat across the Potomac River to the northeast with 2 casualties and Colonel Elbert’s dragoons in pursuit.

It appears that Colonel Hamilton snuck into New Haven and stirred up a rebellion among the population. He, then, called up the militia and marched out of the city to northwest.

Rebel forces take Orangeburg.

Colonel Cleveland’s detachment continues its march from Providence toward New Haven crossing the Connecticut River.

General Gage issues orders to his army to begin the advance on Albany.

Colonel Tarleton’s dragoons reconnoiter Savannah; however, the Royal Navy does not arrive to bombard. The dragoons withdraw and begin their march to retake Orangeburg. In route he meets colonial dragoons under Colonel Lee, which apparently were responsible for the capture of Orangeburg. What will the dragoons do?

Colonel Ferguson assumes command of the garrison of Charles Town (one regiment of regulars assigned from Brigadier Prevost’s army) and recruits a Tory regiment.

Brigadier Prevost’s army marches out of Charles Town along Congaree River road bypassing the retreating rebels in the swamps.

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1775 October, Week IV

EVENT: Intelligence – A good captain is the wisest man in the army, and often the most courageous one. However, even with a telescope, he cannot see farther than the common soldier. A Major is able to watch his men fight and even the enemy who is threat to them. In order to do this, a General should keep an eye on a territory which could only be circled by several days' journey. Solely the solution is the reliable people, who would serve as the eye and ear of the captain, the spies and scouts, who are worth their weight in gold. (Ward’s Brigade; New York; 100 readiness; 65 morale; 100 supply).

Skirmishes East of Orangeburg
(1) Colonel Lee’s dragoons (500) attack Colonel Tarleton’s dragoons (300) with the skirmish resulting in a draw. The rebels lose 23 men and the British lose 7.
(2) Colonel Tarleton then turns the table and counterattacks Colonel Lee. The rebels lose 28 and the British lose 1.
(3) Colonel Tarleton doesn’t let loose. He continues to pursue the rebel dragoons and inflicts an additional 9 losses while suffering 3 casualties of his own.
(4) And, in one last contact for the week, Colonel Tarleton’s dragoons again catch the rebels and cause 21 additional casualties while losing 7.
Total Rebel Loss = 81
Total British Loss = 18

Brigadier Prevost marches his army into Orangeburg re-establishing British rule.

Chief Blackfish’s war party withdraws toward Lancaster only to find Colonel Clarke in the city with a brigade of militia regiments.

Colonel Cleveland enters New Haven with his detachment.

General Gage’s army reaches the line of fortifications outside of Albany.

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1775 November, Week I

EVENT: Intelligence – A good captain is the wisest man in the army, and often the most courageous one. However, even with a telescope, he cannot see farther than the common soldier. A Major is able to watch his men fight and even the enemy who is threat to them. In order to do this, a General should keep an eye on a territory which could only be circled by several days' journey. Solely the solution is the reliable people, who would serve as the eye and ear of the captain, the spies and scouts, who are worth their weight in gold. (Lamb’s Brigade; Savannah; 100 readiness; 60 morale; 100 supply).

Skirmish South of Lancaster – Colonel Clarke’s militia regiments (600 men) attack Chief Blackfish’s war party (128 braves) killing 11. The war party withdraws to the northwest of the city.

Rebel forces capture the Onondaga Indian village.

Colonel Lee withdraws his dragoon regiment (419 men) across to the north bank of the Congaree River.

Brigadier Prevost marches his army southwest out of Orangeburg for Augusta.

Colonel Tarleton has his dragoons enter Orangeburg.

Colonel MacLean recruits a Tory regiment and a artillery company in Orangeburg.

Colonel McLeroth marches the 5th Regiment of Foot out of Boston for Newport.

Battle of Albany – General Gage’s army (5,414 men and 36 cannon) assaults the defenses of Albany. General Putnam’s army (5,335 men, 18 cannon and 6 heavy cannon) repeatedly drive back the British assaults; however, the British continue to assault and eventually drive the rebels out of the city. The colonials make the British pay dearly inflicting 399 casualties while suffering 234 of their own.

The British use influence to purchase REORGANIZE (+5 readiness).

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1775 November, Week II

EVENT: An affair – My dear little soldier, stay a little longer. Don't hurry to the battle-field so quick. as so many terrible things might happen there to such a valiant man. Life is so short, and would you leave a weak lady on her own? Serve lunch in my bedroom. And you, my soldier, come... (St. John Garrison = -100% movement)

General Putnam retreats his army to the north away from Albany. Not sure of his intentions as Fort Ticonderoga will not supply everyone. I may need to watch out for Canada!

Colonel Hamilton moves his militia force to the west bank of the Connecticut River opposite of Springfield.

Colonel Norton moves his small brigade northward out of Hartford in an attempt to make contact with Colonel Hamilton’s force.

General Gage needs to replenish his army’s supplies; so, he remains in Albany.

Colonel McLeroth’s regiment reaches Newport and assumes garrison duties.

Colonel Campbell’s Tory regiment departs Newport with orders to proceed to Portsmouth.

Chief Blackfish’s war party begins its long march home.

Brigadier Prevost liberates Augusta and halts to resupply and rest pending future operations against Savannah.

Colonel McLeod raises a Tory regiment and an artillery company in Augusta.

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1775 November, Week III

EVENT: Storm – Hold the steering-wheel! The shore is close. Goggle your eyes, you in the front! Lest we run aground! Don't lie down, you at the suction-pump if you don't want to have dinner with the fish! Move your ass, you, lazy gang! I will kick you along the Tropic of Cancer when this is all over at last! Man overboard? God rest his soul! It is only a few minutes left for him now, but we can suffer on. God, please, help us now!!! (Naval actions delayed one week.)

Colonel Hamilton’s militia marches northwest away from Springfield looking to link up with General Putnam’s army.

The American army under General Putnam crosses the Hudson River and appears to be marching eastward perhaps with the intention of threatening Massachusetts.


General Gage’s army pillages Albany and, then, marches out toward Springfield. The intent is to cause General Putnam to redirect his army back toward the rebel army in New Jersey via Albany rather than advancing into Massachusetts. By pillaging Albany it should force the rebels to move through Albany rather than setting up base again.

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1775 November, Week III (continued)

Brigadier Prevost’s army departs Augusta for Savannah.

Colonel Tarleton’s dragoons depart Orangeburg for Charles Town. In route they encounter rebel forces under Colonel Sumter south of the Congaree River. Colonel Tarleton returns his dragoons to Orangeburg to warn and reinforce Colonel MacLeon’s garrison.

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1775 November, Week IV

EVENT: An affair – My dear little soldier, stay a little longer. Don't hurry to the battle-field so quick. as so many terrible things might happen there to such a valiant man. Life is so short, and would you leave a weak lady on her own? Serve lunch in my bedroom. And you, my soldier, come... (General Gage’s army loses 100% of its movement, but he is a happy man this cold winter’s week.)

The colonies are enveloped in bad weather. The northern and central colonies get blanketed in snow.

Colonel Sumter’s rebel force marches westward along the Congaree River Road.

General Putnam’s rebel army continues its slow march eastward.

The British spend influence on REORGANIZING (+5 readiness).

Colonel Murray marches his Tory regiment toward Portsmouth.

Brigadier Prevost’s army continues its advance toward Savannah.

Chief Blackfish’s war party continues its long trek home.

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1775 December, Week I

EVENT: Defrauding – The disloyal servants ruin our cause! Meanness could not resist temptation, and now, money, of which there is never enough, is further diminished! What is the army going to eat tomorrow? How are we going to give them their pay? Even if we capture the knave, he will have gotten the money by that time, and it will be only a crumb of comfort if I can see him hanging on the gallows... (Colonel MacLean, Orangeburg, -10 morale)

Rebel forces recon New Haven.

Rebel forces recon Charles Town.

Rebel forces capture Tuscarora Indian village.

Colonel Sumter continues to move his forces westward toward the Augusta-Camden Road.

Chief Blackfish’s war party continues their march home (Tuscarora Indian village).

The Battle of Savannah – The Royal Navy bombards the defenses of Savannah inflicting 16 casualties. Then, Brigadier Prevost’s army assaults the city out of the swamps to the northwest of Savannah with 2,309 men and 18 cannon. Colonel Lamb’s garrison of 3,187 men is taken by surprise and loses 193 men and retreats southward out of the city. The British lose 29 men.

Colonel Marc Prevost recruits a Tory regiment and an artillery battery in Savannah.

Colonel Pattison recruits a Tory regiment in Augusta and takes command of the artillery battery from Colonel McLeod.

Colonel Montcrief arrives in Boston with 1,200 men and an artillery battery. He immediately sets off toward New Haven arriving in Providence.

General Gage recommences his march cross-country for Springfield with the intent of forcing the Americans, who are marching in that direction, to go back to Albany and, then, on to New York/New Jersey.

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1775 December, Week II

EVENT: Intelligence – A good captain is the wisest man in the army, and often the most courageous one. However, even with a telescope, he cannot see farther than the common soldier. A Major is able to watch his men fight and even the enemy who is threat to them. In order to do this, a General should keep an eye on a territory which could only be circled by several days' journey. Solely the solution is the reliable people, who would serve as the eye and ear of the captain, the spies and scouts, who are worth their weight in gold. (General Washington’s army; New Brunswick; 100 readiness; 62 morale; 100 supply).

Engagement at Augusta – Colonel Sumter’s rebel force of 494 men and 2 cannon attacks across the Savannah River into Augusta. Colonel McLeod defends with his and Colonel Pattison’s Tory regiments plus an artillery battery. The British were caught a little off-guard as they were conducting training exercises; however, they rallied quickly and fought off the attack. The Americans lost 22 men while the British suffered 39 casualties.

Colonel Lamb withdraws his army toward Augusta.

Battle in Georgia – Brigadier Prevost marches out of Savannah and attacks Colonel Lamb’s rebel army. The British numbering 2,280 men and 18 cannon attack the 2,994 rebels inflicting 101 casualties while suffering 53 killed and wounded. The rebels retreat to the southwest.

Colonel Andre assumes the command of the Beaufort garrison (a Tory regiment), while Colonel Murray marches his two regiments (1 Tory and 1 Regular) out toward Orangeburg with orders to reinforce Augusta.

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1775 December, Week III

EVENT: Intelligence – A good captain is the wisest man in the army, and often the most courageous one. However, even with a telescope, he cannot see farther than the common soldier. A Major is able to watch his men fight and even the enemy who is threat to them. In order to do this, a General should keep an eye on a territory which could only be circled by several days' journey. Solely the solution is the reliable people, who would serve as the eye and ear of the captain, the spies and scouts, who are worth their weight in gold. (General Arnold’s army; New York; 100 readiness; 61 morale; 100 supply).

Colonel Hamilton’s rebel forces are spotted outside of Portsmouth; and, they are last seen moving north toward Portland.

Colonel Sumter’s rebel forces withdraw from the Augusta area. They are observed later joining up with other rebel forces to the west of Orangeburg.

Colonel Lamb’s army did not move from its last location southwest of Savannah.

Colonel Montcrief is instructed to move his brigade (1,200 men and a cannon battery) by sea from Norwich to Beaufort. Once there, he is to assist in the pacification of the region.

Brigadier Prevost moves his army back to Savannah for rest and replenishment (the grenadier and light battalions need replacements).

Colonel Murray’s detachment (two regiments) is directed to Orangeburg in light of the rebel threat in that area.

Chief Blackfish’s war party arrives at their village (Tuscarora) to find it pillaged. As they are running out of supplies and have a low morale, they determine to march onward toward Fort Oswego for relief. During their march they spot rebel militia forces marching westward and immediately withdraw from the area.

General Gage, impatient to find out if the General Putnam’s rebel army is advancing on Springfield, marches his army out of the city to the northwest and makes immediate contact.

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1775 December, Week IV

EVENT: Defrauding – The disloyal servants ruin our cause! Meanness could not resist temptation, and now, money, of which there is never enough, is further diminished! What is the army going to eat tomorrow? How are we going to give them their pay? Even if we capture the knave, he will have gotten the money by that time, and it will be only a crumb of comfort if I can see him hanging on the gallows... (Fort Niagara Garrison, -10 morale)

American militia, out in the wilderness, turn around to pursue Chief Blackfish’s war party near the Tuscarora Indian village.

Colonel Hamilton moves his militiamen north and captures Portland.

Battle Northwest of Springfield – The American army, led by Colonel Marion, attack General Gage’s army northwest of Springfield. The rebel army consisted of 5,101 men, 18 cannon, and 5 heavy cannon. The British army consisted of 5,015 men and 36 cannon. The rebel army lost 491 men while the British lost 147. The Americans withdraw.

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1775 December, Week IV (continued)

Colonel Lamb’s army continues to sit southwest of Savannah.

Engagement at Orangeburg – Rebel forces under Colonel Gist attack Colonel Murray’s command at Orangeburg. The rebel army consisted of 712 men with 2 cannon. The British army consisted of 1,377 men and 6 cannon. The rebel forces lose 36 men and withdraw. The British lose 16 men.


Skirmish at Orangeburg – Colonel Murray leads his two regiment detachment (914 men) out in a counterattack on the rebel army (676 men). And, even though the British outnumber the American forces, both sides lose 34 men each. The Americans withdraw to the southwest.

American forces gain control of Kingston.

Chief Blackfish’s war party withdraws northwestwardly from the American militia passing through the Onondaga Indian village in route to Fort Oswego.

Battle Northwest of Springfield – The British army counterattacks the rebel army northwest of Springfield. General Gage’s men are starting to show fatigue as he suffers 128 losses to the American loss of 254 men under Colonel Gansevoort. However, the rebels are still beaten and have two militia regiments and one regular regiment surrender outright on the battlefield. The Americans lose three points of Zeal.

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1775 Year-End Tally

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1776 January, Week I

EVENT: Intelligence – A good captain is the wisest man in the army, and often the most courageous one. However, even with a telescope, he cannot see farther than the common soldier. A Major is able to watch his men fight and even the enemy who is threat to them. In order to do this, a General should keep an eye on a territory which could only be circled by several days' journey. Solely the solution is the reliable people, who would serve as the eye and ear of the captain, the spies and scouts, who are worth their weight in gold. (Colonel Douglas’ detachment; Richmond; 100 readiness; 60 morale; 100 supply).

Colonel Smith’s militia forces re-occupy the Tuscarora Indian village.

Colonel Hamilton’s militia forces pillage Portland (-2 to the Zeal for pillaging a city loyal to the American cause) and march out of the city to the southwest.

Colonel Lamb’s rebel army marches westward indirectly toward Augusta.

Chief Blackfish’s war party reaches Fort Oswego.

General Gage’s British army retires to Springfield.

Colonel Tarleton leads his dragoons northward out of Charles Town on the Georgetown road.

Brigadier Prevost draws on replacements for his depleted regiments (those with 350 to 400 men).

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1776 January, Week II

EVENT: A Compromising Letter – Please, let our discussion remain a secret. I am sorry to inform you that certain influential circles do not trust you anymore. It is said that your high-sounding reports of victory only serve for the cover of shameful fiascos and that from the pay of your soldiers, considerable sums are missing. The most serious charge of all is that, allegedly, your lodgment is over abound with the agents of the enemy and that a betrayal is about to be formed. Perhaps my warning is too late, but if not your rank, your life can still be saved.
(-10 Influence = 0)

The rebel army in Massachusetts crosses the Connecticut River several miles north of Springfield and marches east.

Rebel forces are spotted outside of New Haven.

Colonel’s Gist and Sumter march their forces away from Orangeburg toward Augusta.

Colonel Lamb marches his army toward Augusta.

Colonel Murray’s detachment of two regiments out of Orangeburg marches toward Augusta to support the garrison there. It makes contact with the rebel forces on the north side of the Savannah River.

Colonel Tarleton’s dragoons re-establish rule of the King in Georgetown and proceed north across the Pee Dee River toward Wilmington.

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1776 January, Week III

EVENT: Revelry – Think it and drink! Don't think... drink! In vino veritas... in vino... in vino... lies comfort! Wench! Set another cask a broach! Sit here on my lap and let me rest my rough hands on your tight, rolling behind! Here's to us! To victory! Bottoms-up! (Colonel Turnbull, Boston: +5 morale and -30 readiness)

General Putnam’s rebel army continues its slow march deeper into Massachusetts from upper New York.

Colonel Lamb marches his army (approximately 2,900 men) to a position south southwest of Augusta. It at first looked like the Americans were setting up a coordinated assault on Augusta; however, with the British relief column approaching, it now appears that Colonel Lambs force will march around Augusta heading north.

Colonel Sumter, whose force was advancing on Augusta, turns northward away from the British relieving force.

Colonel Gist, who like Colonel Sumter was advancing on Augusta, also turns northward away from the British relieving force.

Colonel Murray’s relief column enters Augusta.

General Gage’s British army prepares to leave Springfield for Boston to block General Putnam’s advance.

Colonel Tarleton’s dragoons occupy Wilmington.

Colonel Buttler’s Royal North Carolina Regiment of Tories leaves Charles Town marching northward toward Georgetown.

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1776 January, Week IV

EVENT: A hard winter – Even my grandfather has not seen so hard a winter. Snow reaches up to the horns of the cows, and it still keeps on falling. We dare to go out for wood unless in groups, as the starving kennels of wolves still attack us. Last week, a team went out, but a blizzard rose, and nobody returned - at spring thaw, we will see them again if there ever is going to be a spring. According to priests, there is terrible heat in Hell. I would volunteer for perdition with pleasure so that I can get a little warm!

Rebel militia force captures Onondaga Indian village.

Colonel Hamilton’s militia force is spotted outside of Portland.

Colonels Gist and Sumter march their forces northward on the Camden road.

Engagement at Augusta – Colonel Lamb’s rebel army attacks The British and Tory forces at Augusta. The rebel forces numbering 2,893 men launch an attack on Augusta out of the southwest. Colonel Murray takes command of the British and Tory forces consisting of 1,761 men and 6 cannon. While the Americans attack with élan, they are not able to push the British out. The Americans lose 71 men while the British lose 25.

General Gage’s army departs Springfield for Boston as it is running low on supplies and suspects that General Putnam may be marching in that direction.

Colonel Buttler’s Royal North Carolina Regiment enters Georgetown and begins garrison duties.

Brigadier Prevost’s army departs Savannah for Augusta.

Brigadier Fraser replaces Colonel Montcrief upon the arrival of the British force (1,200 men and 6 cannon) in Beaufort. Brigadier Fraser has his new command set out immediately northward on the Charles Town road.

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1776 February, Week I

EVENT: Storm – Hold the steering-wheel! The shore is close. Goggle your eyes, you in the front! Lest we run aground! Don't lie down, you at the suction-pump if you don't want to have dinner with the fish! Move your ass, you, lazy gang! I will kick you along the Tropic of Cancer when this is all over at last! Man overboard? God rest his soul! It is only a few minutes left for him now, but we can suffer on. God, please, help us now!!! (Naval actions delayed one week.)

Skirmish at Portland – Colonel Hamilton’s rebel militia, 285 strong, launches a desperate attack on Portland. Colonel Campbell’s Tory regiment, 410 strong, fends off the rebels inflicting 14 casualties and losing 10.

Engagement at Augusta – Colonel Lamb’s rebel forces down south must be getting desperate as well. He launched a second assault on Colonel Murray’s British and Tory units guarding the city. The rebel army, consisting of 2,822 men, charged the defenses and was repelled back a second time by the 1,736 loyal soldiers of the crown and a Royal Artillery Company of 6 cannon. The Royal Artillery Company distinguished itself and is mentioned in dispatches (+3 morale).

Brigadier Prevost’s army, 3,400 strong, continues its march toward Augusta from Savannah.

Brigadier Fraser’s force marched through Charles Town and is approaching Georgetown.

The British forces in America REORGANIZE (+5 readiness).