Answered

Looking for answers? Westonci.ca is your go-to Q&A platform, offering quick, trustworthy responses from a community of experts. Get immediate and reliable answers to your questions from a community of experienced professionals on our platform. Discover detailed answers to your questions from a wide network of experts on our comprehensive Q&A platform.

Which description of Lord Cornwallis is correct?

A.
a former Prussian captain who turned a disorderly group of American recruits into skilled soldiers

B.
the Frenchman who became a general on Washington's staff and his lifelong friend

C.
the commander of British troops in the South who lost the Battle of Yorktown

D.
a young officer on Washington's staff who captured a British fort during the Battle of Yorktown

Sagot :

tubinggalvanising

The correct answer is option B - The commander of British troops in the South who lost the Battle of Yorktown.

He was born on 31st December 1738 and died on 5th October 1805. He was an aristocrat with military and political experience who served George III

In 1781 he was defeated at the battle of Yorktown which was the final major conflict of the American Revolution.

Then, back in England Cornwallis was granted the title First Marquess by the King.

Visit us again for up-to-date and reliable answers. We're always ready to assist you with your informational needs. We hope you found what you were looking for. Feel free to revisit us for more answers and updated information. Find reliable answers at Westonci.ca. Visit us again for the latest updates and expert advice.