The colonial army at the Battle of Bennington was led by John Stark, a retired Colonel of the Continental Army, which was led by George Washington. John Stark came out of retirement because he had promised to protect New Hampshire against any threat. As it so happens, the Republic of Vermont (at the time) had quietly asked for New Hampshire's help following increased attacks from the British. With an 'army' of 2000 untrained men from Vermont, Berkshire County, and New Hampshire, the newly promoted Brigadier General Stark guided his men to victory. Instead of waiting for the British troops to arrive at Bennington, Stark ordered his men to move northwards and wait for the British at Wallomsac Heights. As the British troops advanced towards Stark's position, they encountered heavy rains and stopped their journey midway. Stark took advantage of the situation and surrounded the British where they had set camp, before attacking them on August 16, 1777, during the noon hours. By dusk, the British troops retreated.
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