The Military Journal of George Ewing, A Soldier in the Battle War Times Journal, The Battle of the Brandywine, by Edward G. Lengel (map)The Battle of the Brandywine, includes, background, the March to Brandywine, the Battle... in depth account.The Battle of Brandywine, Setback for the Continental Army On September 11, 1777, General George Washington was determined to prevent the British from capturing the American seat of government, Philadelphia. Programs include Patriots Day and Summer History Camp. Established in 2002, the park has a 1.1 mile asphalt path for pedestrians. The Continental Line Driving Tours of the Battlefield,