The Battle of Guilford Courthouse took place on March 15, 1781, during the American Revolutionary War. It was fought in North Carolina between the British forces led by General Cornwallis and the American troops commanded by General Greene. The battle was significant as it weakened the British army, despite their tactical victory. The battle featured a series of engagements, with American forces employing a strategy of retreat to minimize losses. Although the British claimed victory, they suffered heavy casualties, which ultimately contributed to their defeat in the war. This battle is often seen as a turning point in the struggle for American independence.