The Battle of Fort Ninety-Six took place during the American Revolutionary War in 1781. It was a significant conflict between the British forces, led by Lieutenant Colonel Henry Clinton, and the American patriots, commanded by Andrew Pickens and Daniel Morgan. The battle aimed to capture the fort, which was a strategic location in South Carolina. The siege lasted from May to June 1781, with the British ultimately failing to take the fort. This battle demonstrated the resilience of the American forces and contributed to the overall weakening of British control in the southern colonies. The fort's defense played a crucial role in the eventual American victory in the war.