General Johann De Kalb (Baron De Kalb), and his seasoned Maryland line stood fast against the British troops lead by Lord Rawdon. De Kalb had suffered several wounds as well as the loss of his horse, but did not withdrawal or retreat. THe Americans attacked from both flanks and in front, have no chance. De Kalb suffers several gunshot wounds and saber cuts, and is mortally wounded. Only a small number of Delaware and Maryland troops manage to retreat. They head to Hillsboro, but of the 4100, less that 700 make it to safety. 800 to 900 Americans are killed, and 1000 taken prisoner.
The British however have minor losses, 68 killed and 350 wounded.
As to General Gates, after his left wing falls, the turns to the rear and flees. The rides for 3 days before finally resting, in Hillsboro.
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