Lesson 13 of 84 · Glorious Revolution
⭐ 30 XP🏰 History KeepThe Battle of Yorktown
The Battle of Yorktown, fought in 1781, was the last major confrontation of the American Revolutionary War, culminating in the surrender of British General Cornwallis.
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The Battle of Yorktown, fought in 1781, was the last major confrontation of the American Revolutionary War, culminating in the surrender of British General Cornwallis. The combined forces of the American Continental Army and French troops, led by General Rochambeau, effectively besieged Cornwallis’s troops, cutting off their supply lines and reinforcements. This decisive victory not only signaled the end of large-scale combat in the colonies but also set the stage for negotiations that would ultimately lead to American independence. The success at Yorktown exemplified the effectiveness of cooperation between French and American forces.
Key Facts
The Battle of Yorktown took place in 1781 and led to the British surrender.
General Cornwallis commanded the British forces at Yorktown.
The victory at Yorktown was facilitated by cooperation between American and French troops.
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The Pilgrims land at Plymouth Rock
The Declaration of Independence is signed
The U.S. Constitution is written
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