What is colonel william tavington?

Colonel William Tavington is a fictional character from the 2000 film "The Patriot." He is portrayed as a ruthless British officer whose primary goal is to hunt down and defeat the rebel forces during the American Revolutionary War. Tavington is known for his brutal tactics, which include burning down houses and killing innocent civilians. He is also depicted as having a personal vendetta against the film's protagonist, Benjamin Martin, after Martin kills his brother in self-defense. Tavington is played by actor Jason Isaacs in the film.