On November 19, 1775, in the American Revolution’s first land battle in the South took place when over 2000 loyalists attacked about 600 patriots gathered at Ninety Six under Major Andrew Williamson. After three days of fighting, the two sides agreed to a truce, but patriot spirit was running high. Patriot leaders mounted an expedition to sweep away any loyalist supporters. But subduing the king’s friends did not bring peace. A savage war of factions broke out that lasted until 1781 when Ninety Six was the site of the longest land siege of the Revolutionary War.