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Battle of Bladensburg

August 24, 1814 · Battle of Bladensburg

Part of War of 1812

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Ross's British regulars routed the militia defending Washington.

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United States

United States
William H. Winder military commander Joshua Barney military commander

United Kingdom

United Kingdom
Sir George Cockburn, 10th Baronet military commander