Publisher's Synopsis
First published in 1914, 'Yorktown' is a detailed historical account of the events leading up to the surrender of British General Cornwallis to the allied American and French forces in 1781. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the military campaign, including the strategy and tactics employed by both sides. Author Jacob Harris Patton was a historian and journalist who specialized in American history, and his expertise is evident in this well-researched and engaging book.
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