The most important battles in US history

The American military has been kicking ass and taking names for over 240 years. In all that time, it's amassed a massive list of important victories and defeats. Below is a list of some that reshaped American history for better or worse.

By Team Mighty

Updated on Oct 22, 2020

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The American military has been kicking ass and taking names for over 240 years. In all that time, it’s amassed a massive list of important victories and defeats. Below is a list of some that reshaped American history for better or worse.

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The Most Important Battles in US History

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