The Baylor Massacre in New Jersey

In 1778, a brutal surprise British raid in Bergen County, New Jersey, turned into the infamous Baylor Massacre. Colonel George Baylor’s dragoons, stationed near River Vale, were caught off guard by Major General Charles Grey’s dawn assault. Baylor was wounded and captured, while his second-in-command, Major Clough, died heroically. The Americans’ spread-out positioning—due to Baylor’s strategic but risky move—left them vulnerable. British forces, aided by Loyalist guides, bypassed patrols and overwhelmed the camp. Survivors later testified to horrific British brutality, including bayonet wounds. Confused initial reports were later clarified, confirming heavy losses. A century and a half later, human remains found in Hackensack River tanning vats were identified as victims of that night—now honored at the Baylor Massacre Burial Site, a park preserving the memory of those lost. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/38161b481ded847a