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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
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LaoThe Battle of Yorktown was fought from September 28 to October 19, 1781 between the United States and France on one side, and Great Britain on the other side. The result was a victory for America and France.
The Battle of Yorktown was the last major engagement of the American Revolution (1775-1783) and was fought September 28 to October 19
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What geographic features affected the Battle of Yorktown during the American Revolution?
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What state was the Battle of Yorktown fought in?
The Battle of Yorktown took place in Virginia.
How did Yorktown get its name?
From the Battle of Yorktown. It was the battle that ended the Revolutionary War. Yorktown is the south eastern tip of Virginia.
What battle helped end the American revolution?
the Battle of Yorktown was the last major battle of the American Revolution.
Where was the last battle of the American Revolution fought at?
Shawnee Indian village in the Ohio territory*
