An important american victory-"the turn of the tide of success"-was at:

The appropriate response is Kings Mountain. The fight was a urgent minute in the Southern crusade. The amazing triumph of the American nationalist civilian army over the Loyalists came after a string of dissident thrashings on account of Lord Cornwallis, and enormously raised the Patriots' assurance. 
The Battle of Kings Mountain endured 65 minutes. The Loyalists endured 290 executed, 163 injured, and 668 taken prisoner. The Patriot volunteer army endured 28 executed and 60 injured.

The role of women in the enlightenment is often debated and frequently overlooked. women during this era were not considered of equal status to men, and much of their work and effort was suppressed.[1] salons, coffeehouses, debating societies, academic competitions and print all became avenues for women to socialize, learn and discuss enlightenment ideas. these avenues furthered their roles in society and created stepping stones for future progress