General Cornwallis has finally had enough. What does this mean for Washington and his troops?
General Cornwallis
Cornwallis led the British troops in battle in the Southern colonies and was a very talented general. What went wrong?
Cornwallis' Story
The Articles of Capitulation
After a few back-and-fourth negotiations, the British finally agreed to these Articles of Capitulation at Yorktown.
Read the Articles
Resignation of Commission
Shortly after the Treaty of Paris was signed, Washington resigned his commission from Commander of the Continental Army.
Why did Washington Resign?Secondary Source
King Washington?
Why didn't Washington want to be king of the United States? Watch this short video to find out.
George Washington's Devastation
Washington's stepson volunteered to fight alongside his dad. Unfortunately, this had lasting consequences.
How did the victory at Yorktown signify the end of the American Revolution?
Primary Source: The Surrender(s) of Cornwallis
This collection has different artworks that show Cornwallis's surrender at Yorktown. Why do you think so many artists decided to paint this scene?
Primary Source: The Treaty of Paris
The war finally ended with the Treaty of Paris, signed by both the Americans and British.
Primary Source: After Yorktown
This map was created for George Washington in 1782. It highlights the major parts of Yorktown, including men, ships, and positions.
Primary Sources
Click the links to explore Primary Sources on the American Revolution
- General George Washington
- Naval Forces Chart
- The Marquis de Lafayette to Washington, 1781
- French Map of Yorktown
- George Washington to Thomas McKean
- A Plan of Yorktown
- Yorktown Battle Plans - French
- General Washington's Stepson
- Yorktown Articles of Capitulation
- Treaty of Paris
- The Surrender at Yorktown Paintings
- General Washington's Map
Secondary Sources
Click the links to read Secondary Sources on the American Revolution
- The American Revolution
- American Revolution Resources
- Continental Army
- General Cornwallis
- Comte de Rochambaeu
- Battles Washington Fought In
- The Battle of the Chesapeake (Virginia Capes)
- General Cornwallis
- Yorktown Campaign
- Music in Battle
- Military Weapons
- Yorktown Fife and Drum
- Resignation of Commission
Watch Now or Never
Learn how the Continental Army won the Revolution with this 30 minute film!