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greatly to hinder the execution of Washington's plans.
The battle of Monmouth Court House was not quite
a victory for either side. The Americans were driven
back by Clinton's rear-guard, and almost put to rout,
owing to Lee's incompetence or indifference. It is
true that Washington rallied his men and repulsed an
attack, but the true object of the day was not
accomplished. Clinton continued his march, with hardly the
loss of a baggage wagon. In the first week of July
the British army reached Sandy Hook, whence it was
transferred by water to New York.
