Washington
Synopsis
George Washington leads 19,000 French and American soldiers in a siege against General Charles Cornwallis and his 8,000 British troops in Yorktown, 1781.
Synopsis
General Charles Cornwallis sets up a base in Yorktown with 8,000 British troops in July 1781. The French navy gains temporary control of the seas, allowing George Washington to surround Cornwallis with 19,000 American and French soldiers. A siege begins, leading to intense bombardment. Alexander Hamilton commands a surprise attack on British fortifications. After the Revolutionary War, Washington faces the challenges of leadership and governance as the nation begins to form.
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Why Watch
- See how the French navy turned the tide at Yorktown.
- Find out why Washington felt like a culprit taking office.
- Meet Alexander Hamilton as he seeks glory in battle.
Did You Know
- General Cornwallis had roughly 8,000 troops at Yorktown.
- The French navy defeated the Royal Navy at the mouth of Chesapeake Bay.
- Washington commanded a combined force of 19,000 French and American soldiers.
- Hamilton wanted to lead men in combat rather than remain a staff officer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who was the British general that set up a base on the Chesapeake?
General Charles Cornwallis was the British general who set up a base on the Chesapeake.
How many troops did Washington command during the siege of Yorktown?
Washington commanded a combined force of 19,000 French and American soldiers during the siege of Yorktown.
What was George Washington's reaction to becoming president?
Washington felt that his movements to the chair of government were accompanied by feelings not unlike those of a culprit going to the place of his execution.
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