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What was the troop count of the British at the battle of Yorktown?
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9,000 soldiers
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Who helped the americans win the battle of Yorktown?
The french provided soldiers so the Continental army outnumbered the British. The French's ships also blocked the ports so the British couldn't escape, receive food or help from Britian, or send word to Britain.
How did native Americans react to US entry in World War 2?
They joined and many were in the Pacific theater. The last Blackfoot to count coup (that is when they touch the enemy and then go back to kill them. This has to have a witness to count) was against the Japanese. Then, there were the Navajo code talkers. They were also in the Pacific and would speak in a form of code in Navajo so the Japanese wouldn't know troop movements.
Why is the Savannah battle important?
Overview: The American commander Brigadier General Robert Howe of North Carolina, with only 700 men, made a feeble attempt to defend the city. But with troops in their rear, the American defense was broken. With the loss of well over 550 men, and all the artillery, Howe was forced to retire into South Carolina. Synopsis: Henry Clinton, in charge of British troop in America, is ordered to move to the South. Intelligence reports in Britain indicate that both Georgia and South Carolina have a large Loyalist population who will side with the British. However, to do so means Clinton will have to reduce his manpower in the North. This would open his troop in the northern theater to attack by George Washington. Clinton and his advisors come up with a plan. They send 8,500 troops to Savannah. The troops from New York, under the command of Lt. Colonel Archibald Campbell, arrive at Tybee Island on December 23, 1778. They are a month late. Forces from St. Augustine under the command of Augustine Prevost join them. Together they march on Savannah. American forces under General Robert Howe include local militia and Continental soldiers. As the British forces attack the locals flee. There is little the Continentals can do. They retreat in an orderly manner, leaving the small community to the British oppressors. American losses total 83 men with 450 captured. British lose 9 men, with 4 wounded. Conclusion: The British has now entered the South to look for loyalist support. Many believe that this was the biggest mistake that Cornwallis had made as a General. Overview: The American commander Brigadier General Robert Howe of North Carolina, with only 700 men, made a feeble attempt to defend the city. But with troops in their rear, the American defense was broken. With the loss of well over 550 men, and all the artillery, Howe was forced to retire into South Carolina. Synopsis: Henry Clinton, in charge of British troop in America, is ordered to move to the South. Intelligence reports in Britain indicate that both Georgia and South Carolina have a large Loyalist population who will side with the British. However, to do so means Clinton will have to reduce his manpower in the North. This would open his troop in the northern theater to attack by George Washington. Clinton and his advisors come up with a plan. They send 8,500 troops to Savannah. The troops from New York, under the command of Lt. Colonel Archibald Campbell, arrive at Tybee Island on December 23, 1778. They are a month late. Forces from St. Augustine under the command of Augustine Prevost join them. Together they march on Savannah. American forces under General Robert Howe include local militia and Continental soldiers. As the British forces attack the locals flee. There is little the Continentals can do. They retreat in an orderly manner, leaving the small community to the British oppressors. American losses total 83 men with 450 captured. British lose 9 men, with 4 wounded. Conclusion: The British has now entered the South to look for loyalist support. Many believe that this was the biggest mistake that Cornwallis had made as a General.
Who led troop of 17 volunteers from Tennessee o fight at the Alamo?
your mom is the leader of the alamo
What part did famous band leader Glen Miller play in the war?
He helped boost troop morale by entertaining armed service personnel .
The battle of Yorktown was a victory for the British?
No, because Cornwallis and his troop of 8,000 men surrended to General George Washington's army on october 16,1778
Was the battle of Yorktown victorious for the British?
No, because Cornwallis and his troop of 8,000 men surrended to General George Washington's army on october 16,1778
Where did Washington's troop trap Cornwallis army at?
Yorktown
What happened during the battle of Yorktown?
Battle of Yorktown was a pivotal battle in the American Revolution from 28th September to 19th October 1781. During the fall of 1781, Washington laid siege to Yorktown, which the British forces, under Lord Cornwallis had seized. The combatants were the Americans under General George Washington, the French under Lieutenant General de Rochambeau and the British under Major General Lord Cornwallis The troop numbers were 8,800 Americans, 7,800 French and 6,000 British, with 500 British, 80 American and 200 French killed or wounded. In October 19, 1781 the British commander, Lord Cornwallis surrendered the British garrison in Yorktown, Virginia after a siege. His surrender pretty much ended the war. For details on the battle check out the website The American Revolution. They have an extensive writeup of the battle and aftermath http://www.americanrevolution.com/his_win_ind_yorktown.html === ===
What role did Charles Cornwallis play in the American revolution?
Cornwallis lead British troops during the Revolution and was the one to surrender in October 19, 1781. Cornwallis won the victory at dorchester heights, and wanted washington to surrender, but washington did not. His army was tired after nathaniel green's army chased his army to yorktown, virginia.
What wepons did william use in the Battle of Hastings?
he had no more than 13 weapons and invaded the whole of the british troop
What was the British and French Troop strength at the Battle of Monongahela?
There were 1,300 British Troops and Militia against 637 Native Americans, 146 French Militia and 108 troupes de la Marine.
Why was Cornwallis forced to surrender in Yorktown?
George washing and his troops trapped Cornwallis's troop on a peninsula in Charleston. They had no way to escape.
Who became famous for spreading news of British troop movements?
Paul Revere: "The British are coming! The British are coming!"
Who set the White House on fire?
England the british troop
In which battle did George Washington's troops inflict heavy casualties on general Cornwallis troop's?
battle of Princeton
How old was the youngest troop in the battle of Trenton?
12 years old.
