Question

How did local South Carolinians attempt to assist Major General Horatio Gates and

Answer 1

Answer:

How did local South Carolinians attempt to assist Major General Horatio Gates and

his soldiers during the Battle of Camden?

Locals joined the soldiers in battle, but their numbers could not withstand the

British force.

Locals suggested that Gates surrender to the British to avoid a battle he could

not win.

Locals suggested that Gates lead a surprise attack on the forested area where

many Loyalists lived.

Locals advised Gates to lead his army through rich farmland where Patriot

support was high