Battle of Yorktown

Definition

The Battle of Yorktown was a decisive victory by combined assault of American forces led by General George Washington and French forces led by General Comte de Rochambeau over British Army commanded by Lord Charles Cornwallis. It effectively ended major operations in North America during American Revolution.

Related terms

Siege Warfare: A method of warfare where an enemy force surrounds a town or building, cutting off essential supplies, with aim of compelling those inside to surrender.

Continental Army: The army established by Second Continental Congress representing thirteen colonies which fought against British during American Revolution.

Surrender at Yorktown: The act of Lord Cornwallis surrendering his troops to George Washington, marking the end of major fighting in the Revolutionary War.