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Who was pinned against the bay during the Battle of Yorktown?
General Cornwallis
When did the British fleet retreat to New York?
September 16, 1781
How long did the Battle of Yorktown last?
Three weeks
What did Cornwallis do to prevent his ships from being captured?
He sank them in the harbor
When did General Cornwallis surrender?
October 19, 1781
Test your knowledge of the pivotal Battle of the Chesapeake and the events that led to the British retreat! Discover how General Cornwallis found himself trapped between the French navy and the approaching combined army. Challenge yourself with questions about the arrival of additional land forces and the unfolding of this crucial moment in American history.
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