The Siege of Savannah during the American Revolution took place in the coastal region of Georgia. This region encompasses the city of Savannah and the surrounding areas along the eastern coast. The siege occurred in 1779 when American and French forces, led by General Benjamin Lincoln and Comte d'Estaing, attempted to recapture Savannah from the British. The city of Savannah, located in Chatham County, was a strategic port and key British stronghold in the southern colonies. The battle lasted for about a month and ended in a British victory, with the Americans and French forces retreating. The Siege of Savannah was a significant event in the southern theater of the American Revolution and played a role in shaping the outcome of the war.
