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Think You Know the Revolution?

Question of the Week:

Hint: The American colonies were not Britain’s most valuable possession.

Which of the following played a pivotal role in success of the Siege of Yorktown in 1781?

Siege of Yorktown, Battle of Yorktown. Painting by John Trumbull, titled "Surrender of Lord Cornwallis."
"Surrender of Lord Cornwallis", a painting by John Trumbull depicting the British surrender in 1781. If you look closely, you'll note that a very important person is missing. Click image to learn who.