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What classic military maneuver did general morgan use to defeat lieutenant colonel tarleton at the battle of cowpens?

A. A double envelopment
B. A center flank
C. A double phalanx
D. An inner flank

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The strategy used by General Morgan was the strategy known as "pincer movement" or "double envelopmente". This maneuver is known by the organization by the flanks, enabling a lateral attack while the enemies are aiming for a central attack.


A. A double envelopment


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