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In 1781, Cornwallis and his troops were set up in Yorktown, because this was a good location for them to get supplies. However, they were surrounded by French and American soldiers. The French navy took control of Chesapeake Bay, cutting off the British supply ships. Cornwallis was trapped and under seize for two weeks. On October 17, 1781, General Cornwallis had no other choice than to surrender.

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