Question

What were the highlights and what is the significance of the Battle of Yorktown?

Answer 1

The outcome in Yorktown, Virginia marked the conclusion of the last major battle of the American Revolution and the start of a new nation's independence. It also cemented Washington's reputation as a great leader and eventual election as first president of the United States , It is where the British Army surrendered and the British government began to consider a peace treaty

Answer 2

The Battle of Yorktown was the last great battle of the American Revolutionary War. It is where the British Army surrendered and the British government began to consider a peace treaty. General Nathanael Greene had taken over command of the American Continental Army in the South.