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Who led the American forces during the Battle of Yorktown?
George Washington
What was the significance of the Battle of Yorktown in relation to the Revolutionary War?
It marked the end of the war and led to American independence
Why were Lord Cornwallis and his troops routed and trapped during the Siege of Yorktown?
They were waiting for additional supplies, ammunition, and troops
What was a significant reason why King George of Britain couldn't send additional troops to America?
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Why was Yorktown considered a strategic location during the American Revolution?
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What happened during the Battle of the Capes, also known as the Battle of the Chesapeake?
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What was the decisive battle that marked the surrender of the British forces under Lord Cornwallis?
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Who commanded the French naval forces that defeated the British navy during the Battle of the Capes?
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What event on October 17, 1781, signified the surrender of British forces at Yorktown?
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What was the significance of the Victory at Yorktown for American forces?
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Which country was less favorable in the Peace of Paris, collectively known as the Peace of Paris?
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What monument stands to honor the heroes of the Siege of Yorktown?
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What did the column symbolize in the Yorktown Victory Monument?
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Which major European power formed alliances with the United States in the 1800s?
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What inspired the French Revolution a decade after the American Revolution?
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