| Port Cresson massacre |
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| Date | June 10, 1835 |
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| Location | Liberia |
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| Belligerents |
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American slaves and descendants of American slaves |
Bassa forces |
| Commanders and leaders |
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King Joe |
| Casualties and losses |
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20 |
The Port Cresson massacre was a lopsided battle that occurred on June 10, 1835, in the territory of modern-day Liberia between former American slaves and descendants of American slaves on the one hand and Bassa forces on the other. After the massacre American forces retaliated and routed the Bassa, compelling them to terms for peace.