Matching Pairs Battle of Brooklyn MatchingOnline version Battle of Brooklyn Matching by M Ward 1 A Maryland regiment of 400 men was reduced to 9 survivors while continually attacked by the vastly superior British army outposted at THIS location. 2 This is where Continental spy Nathan Hale was hung by the British, after he reportedly said "I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country." 3 In honor of the Maryland soldiers that lost their lives in the Battle of Brooklyn, this neighborhood is named after the Maryland signer of the Declaration of Independence. 4 The British would have to move here in order to cut off communication between continental armies on Manhattan and Brooklyn. 5 This is where General William Howe of the British Army stationed hi 32,000 men, along with 5,000 German Mercenaries (Hessians). 6 This location, which was called "Battle Pass" during the Battle of Brooklyn, is where Americans cut down a huge oak tree to slow down British attackers. Old Stone House. Prospect Park East River Carroll Gardens East Broadway and Market Street Staten Island
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