Fun Facts: -The Battle of Yorktown was fought both day and night for about 20 days. -The Americans (and French) outnumbered the British by about 2 to 1. -Malaria had a huge affect on the British surrender. -George Washington was furious at Cornwallis for faking his sickness. -The Prime Minister, Lord North, was forced out of office after the surrender at Yorktown.
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