Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Today in History: Brutal Wyoming Massacre Unfolds

7/3/2025

25 2

Summary

Story summary

On July 3, 1778, the Battle of Wyoming occurred in Pennsylvania during the American Revolutionary War. Loyalist soldiers and Iroquois warriors decisively defeated Patriot militia, resulting in over 300 American casualties. This brutal engagement is often referred to as the "Wyoming Massacre," highlighting the severe toll of the conflict on Patriot forces.

1 of 1

Story summary

On July 3, 1778, the Battle of Wyoming occurred in Pennsylvania during the American Revolutionary War. Loyalist soldiers and Iroquois warriors decisively defeated Patriot militia, resulting in over 300 American casualties. This brutal engagement is often referred to as the "Wyoming Massacre," highlighting the severe toll of the conflict on Patriot forces.