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Rhode Island general who commanded the American forces at Hobkirk's Hill. His tactical plan was disrupted by a Maryland regiment's collapse and he ordered a retreat, technically losing the battle. Within two weeks the British had abandoned Camden, demonstrating that tactical defeat and strategic victory are not always the same thing.

South Carolina partisan commander who was coordinating with Greene during the Camden campaign. Marion's operations in the lowcountry during the Hobkirk's Hill period cut British supply lines into Camden and contributed to Rawdon's decision that the post was untenable.

Young British officer who commanded the Camden garrison and launched the pre-emptive attack on Greene at Hobkirk's Hill on April 25, 1781. He won the battle but correctly recognized that he could not hold Camden indefinitely and abandoned it within two weeks.

Virginia cavalry officer who commanded the American cavalry at Hobkirk's Hill. His cavalry conducted the rearguard action that covered Greene's retreat and captured several British officers who had advanced too eagerly in pursuit.

South Carolina militia general who operated in the upcountry during the Hobkirk's Hill period. His activities, though often uncoordinated with Greene's plans, added to the pressure on British interior posts.

Maryland Continental colonel whose regiment collapsed at a critical moment of Hobkirk's Hill after Gunby ordered a halt and withdrawal when the regiment began to give way. His decision — whether appropriate or premature — disrupted Greene's flanking plan and contributed to the American defeat.

Virginia cavalry officer whose Legion operated in the Camden area during the Hobkirk's Hill period. Lee's operations against British outposts around Camden contributed to the strategic pressure that ultimately made Camden untenable.

Maryland Continental officer who served as one of Greene's most capable subordinates during the southern campaign. His light corps provided the mobile screening force Greene needed to maneuver against British posts including Camden.