Sullivan Expedition

The Sullivan Expedition, conducted in 1779 during the American Revolutionary War, aimed to weaken the Iroquois Confederacy, which had allied with the British. Led by General John Sullivan, the campaign involved military raids through present-day New York to destroy Iroquois towns and crops. This effort sought to disrupt their support for the British and secure the frontier for American settlers. The expedition was significant for its role in the conflict and its impact on Native American populations, leading to displacement and further conflict in the region.