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Woman of Philadelphia Foils British Surprise in 1777
In winter 1777 78 during the Philadelphia occupation Lydia Darrah a Quaker wife hidden within Howe's quarters overheard a planned British night march to attack Washington. She braved British lines obtained a pass and conveyed the warning to American forces allowing defenses to be prepared, averting a surprise. Her daring saved thousands of lives.
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