# Ambush at the Bridge: The Battle for Philadelphia Begins

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Podcast: [History Distilled](https://stenobird.com/podcast/history-distilled-6743970)
Published: 2025-07-22T00:45:00+00:00
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## Resource

Step back to 1777 and witness the dramatic opening moves of the Philadelphia Campaign. Join History Distilled as we explore the often-overlooked Battle of Cooch's Bridge – where a small American force stood against a mighty British army, buying precious time for Washington and shaping the future of the war. Discover General Howe's disastrous sea voyage, the formation of Washington's elite light infantry, and the brutal hit-and-run tactics that defined this critical early engagement. Learn about the clash between European professionalism and American adaptability, and how a seemingly minor battle had major consequences. Don't miss this deep dive into the true cost of British miscalculation! #AmericanRevolution #CoochsBridge #HistoryDistilled #MilitaryHistory #RevolutionaryWar #GeorgeWashington #GeneralHowe #ContinentalArmy #BattleHistory #PhiladelphiaCampaign Thanks to our monthly supporters Dan

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