USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Alexander Hamilton and the Battle of Yorktown, October 1781 is the first book in nearly two and a half centuries that has ever been devoted to the story of Alexander Hamilton’s key contributions in winning the most decisive victory the of the American Revolutionary war at Yorktown.

Detailed explanation-2: -The plan worked: Hamilton’s troops took control of the redoubt within 10 minutes and with few American deaths. And the victory earned Hamilton the reputation he sought.

Detailed explanation-3: -American victory. Outnumbered and outfought during a three-week siege in which they sustained great losses, British troops surrendered to the Continental Army and their French allies.

Detailed explanation-4: -During a surprise attack under the cover of night, Hamilton ordered his battalion to unload their weapons to ensure no unnecessary sounds would expose their position. Using only their bayonets, Hamilton’s troops were able to seize control within 10 minutes and sustained minimal American casualties.