Episode 2 of 3
Skirmish at Rouse Hill
- When
- 5 March 1804
- Where
- Rouse Hill
Rebels were pursued by colonial forces and caught on Rouse Hill on 5 March 1804, resulting in their rout.
The mostly Irish rebels, having gathered reinforcements, were pursued by colonial forces under George Johnston until they were caught on Rouse Hill on 5 March 1804. The rout was hailed by loyalists as "Australia's Vinegar Hill" after the 1798 battle in Ireland.
Sources
- Castle Hill convict rebellion Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22
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