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When did the American soldiers win the battle at Saratoga, New York?
When did the American soldiers win the battle at Saratoga, New York?
October 1777
When did Comte Jean-Baptiste de Rochambeau arrive from France with 5,000 soldiers?
When did Comte Jean-Baptiste de Rochambeau arrive from France with 5,000 soldiers?
1780
Who promised to bring his fleet of 28 ships to Chesapeake Bay near Yorktown at the end of August?
Who promised to bring his fleet of 28 ships to Chesapeake Bay near Yorktown at the end of August?
de Grasse
What did Washington and Rochambeau lead out of New York on September 1st?
What did Washington and Rochambeau lead out of New York on September 1st?
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Where did Cornwallis' soldiers rest in August?
Where did Cornwallis' soldiers rest in August?
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Why did the British attack the South in 1780?
Why did the British attack the South in 1780?
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Why did Washington and Rochambeau leave 3,000 soldiers in New York?
Why did Washington and Rochambeau leave 3,000 soldiers in New York?
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When did de Grasse arrive at Chesapeake Bay?
When did de Grasse arrive at Chesapeake Bay?
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What did the victory at Saratoga, New York convince France to do?
What did the victory at Saratoga, New York convince France to do?
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What did Washington order on October 14, 1781?
What did Washington order on October 14, 1781?
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Where did Rochambeau's French troops camp for about one year?
Where did Rochambeau's French troops camp for about one year?
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Who accepted Cornwallis's sword during the surrender at Yorktown?
Who accepted Cornwallis's sword during the surrender at Yorktown?
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Study Notes
Key Historical Events and Figures
- The battle at Saratoga, New York, was won by American soldiers in 1777, marking a crucial turning point in the Revolutionary War.
- Comte Jean-Baptiste de Rochambeau arrived from France with 5,000 troops in 1780, providing significant support to the American cause.
- Admiral de Grasse promised to bring his fleet of 28 ships to Chesapeake Bay near Yorktown at the end of August 1781, aiding in the upcoming siege.
- Washington and Rochambeau led their combined forces out of New York on September 1, 1781, towards a coordinated attack on British forces.
- In August 1781, Cornwallis' soldiers rested at Yorktown, Virginia, as they awaited supplies and reinforcements.
Strategic Decisions and Outcomes
- The British attacked the Southern colonies in 1780 to gain control of loyalist support and valuable resources, aiming to turn the tide in their favor.
- Washington and Rochambeau left 3,000 soldiers in New York as a strategic move to deter British reinforcements and protect against possible attacks.
- Admiral de Grasse arrived at Chesapeake Bay on September 14, 1781, contributing to the naval blockade and preventing British escape routes.
Consequences and Surrender
- The victory at Saratoga convinced France to formally ally with the American colonies, providing military assistance and resources.
- On October 14, 1781, Washington ordered a decisive assault on British positions at Yorktown, leading to the eventual surrender.
- Rochambeau's French troops camped in Virginia for about a year, playing a crucial role in the final stages of the war.
- Cornwallis surrendered to General Washington, and American forces accepted his sword during the formal surrender at Yorktown on October 19, 1781.
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Learn about how the Continental Congress sought assistance from France during the Revolutionary War and the events that led to French involvement, including the Battle of Saratoga and the arrival of Comte de Rochambeau with troops.
