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Today in History: British Troops Capture Fort Peter in Georgia

1/13/2025

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On February 17, 1815, British troops captured Fort Peter in St. Marys, Georgia, marking the only battle of the War of 1812 in the state. This attack occurred after the signing of the Treaty of Ghent, which aimed to end the conflict, but before its ratification by the U.S. Congress. The British sought to blockade American transportation routes.

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On February 17, 1815, British troops captured Fort Peter in St. Marys, Georgia, marking the only battle of the War of 1812 in the state. This attack occurred after the signing of the Treaty of Ghent, which aimed to end the conflict, but before its ratification by the U.S. Congress. The British sought to blockade American transportation routes.