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Victory at Yorktown: The Turning Point of the American Revolution

In Chapter 6, Section 4 of "The War is Won," discover how George Washington's strategic decision to attack British General Cornwallis at Yorktown leads to a pivotal victory. The Siege of Yorktown traps thousands of British and Hessian soldiers, forcing Cornwallis to surrender in 1781. The aftermath, including the Treaty of Paris in 1783, signifies British recognition of the United States as an independent nation. Explore Washington's role in quelling the Newburgh Conspiracy and his farewell address, while understanding why the American Revolution succeeded with the support of allies like France and Spain. Uncover the lasting impact on global movements, from the French Revolution to the rebellion in Saint Dominque (Haiti).

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Victory at Yorktown: The Turning Point of the American Revolution

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  1. The War is Won Chapter 6 Section 4

  2. Victory at Yorktown A. 1780 George Washington is camped north of New York City waiting to attack Henry Clinton’s British Army B. Change in Plans 1. British General Cornwallis is at Yorktown Virginia 2. Washington decides to attack at Yorktown since the French Navy would soon be there

  3. 3. French General Rochambeau, George Washington and the French Navy under Admiral Francois de Grasse would all surround Yorktown C. The Siege of Yorktown 1. American and French trapped 14,000 British and 7,500 Hessian Soldiers D. Conwallis is forced to surrender on Oct. 19, 1781

  4. Independence A. British decide that the war was to expensive to continue 1. Treaty of Paris 1783 Ben Franklin, John Adams, and John Jay represent the United States a. Great Britain recognized the United States as an independent country

  5. b. Atlantic Ocean to the Mississippi River c. British promise to leave the United States d. Americans could fish off the coast of Canada e. British merchants could collect debts from Americans f. Americans should give back Loyalist property

  6. B. The Newburgh Conspiracy 1. Congress refused to fund pensions and other pay 2. Army threatens to refuse to disband 3. Washington ends the threat by persuading angry officers to be patient 4. Urged Congress to meet the demands of the officers

  7. C. Washington’s Farewell 1. Washington’s farewell address was on Dec. 4, 1783 2. Washington goes back to his farm in Mt. Vernon D. Why the American Won 1. British had to transport troops and supplies a great distance 2. British had trouble controlling the countryside 3. France and Spain as allies

  8. E. The Influence of the American Revolution 1. The French Revolution 2. Saint Dominque (Haiti) a. French Island b. Slaves revolt c. Led by Toussaint- Louverture

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