On This Date June 18,1778- British Troops abandon Philadelphia
June 18, 1778 – British troops abandoned Philadelphia. They cross the Delaware River at
Cooper’s Ferry and encamp in Haddonfield, leaving the next day for New York City
June 18, 1778 – British troops abandoned Philadelphia. They cross the Delaware River at
Cooper’s Ferry and encamp in Haddonfield, leaving the next day for New York City