Infantry units would apply pressure to the sides of the British column.
The two British columns approached from the west at nearly a right angle to the allied line.
They permitted the British column to advance parallel to their front to within a very short distance without opposition.
As the day went along, minute and standard militia companies would find a place providing good cover from which to attack the passing British column.
The British column hunched forward against the blistering attack, but did not break.
Washington was still undecided how to attack the British column, and held a council of war.
Trapped by fire from ahead and behind, the British columns scattered.
The British column began taking fire from all sides.
Given their surveillance, it will be difficult to catch the British column by stealth.
He then dispatched troops to find out the size and intent of the British column.
