Siege of Yorktown

1781 • Virginia Belagerung

Historical Overview

The surrender of the main British army; factual end of hostilities.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Decisive American-French victory.

USA & France

Commander: Washington / Rochambeau
Strength: ca. 19.000
Casualties: ca. 300

Kingdom of Great Britain

Commander: Cornwallis
Strength: ca. 9.000
Casualties: ca. 8.000 (Gefangen)

Strategic Context

Junction of American and French forces for a final decision.

Historical Locations

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