The Battle of Paulus Hook was fought on August 19, 1779 between Colonial and British forces. The Patriots were led by Light Horse Harry Lee, and launched a night attack on the British-controlled fort. They surprised the British, taking several prisoners, but had to withdraw with the approach of daylight. Despite retaining the fort and its cannons, the British lost much of their control on New Jersey. Combatants American Patriots, France, allies British Empire, allies Commanders George Washington Comte de Rochambeau Nathanael Greene William Howe Henry Clinton Charles Cornwallis Strength {{{strength1}}} {{{strength2}}} Casualties {{{casualties1}}} {{{casualties2}}} The American Revolutionary War (1775–1783), also known, especially internationally, as the American War of Independence, was a war fought primarily between... August 19 is the 231st day of the year (232nd in leap years) in the Gregorian Calendar. ... 1779 was a common year starting on Friday (see link for calendar). ... Henry Lee III (January 29, 1756 - March 25, 1818), American general, called Light Horse Harry, was born near Dumfries, Virginia. ... August 19 is the 231st day of the year (232nd in leap years) in the Gregorian Calendar. ... 1779 was a common year starting on Friday (see link for calendar). ... Henry Lee III (January 29, 1756 - March 25, 1818), American general, called Light Horse Harry, was born near Dumfries, Virginia. ... State nickname: The Garden State Official languages None defined Capital Trenton Largest city Newark Governor Richard Codey (D) Acting, Outgoing Jon Corzine (D) (Governor-Elect) Senators Jon Corzine (D) (Outgoing) Frank Lautenberg (D) Area  - Total  - % water Ranked 47th 22,608 km² 14. ...