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Explain the reasons for the American victory at Yorktown. Consider such factors as the miscalculations of the British army leaders, the role of the Americans, and the role of the French.
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Explain the reasons for the American victory at Yorktown. Consider such factors as the miscalculations of the British army leaders, the role of the Americans, and the role of the French.

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French Navy blocked any change for reinforcements or escape routes.
-James Armistead was a double agent for the Americans and gave the British false information.
This lead Cornwallis to believe the Americans were heading to New York instead of surrounding them with 17,000 troops.
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