THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION 1775 1783
THE BATTLE OF YORKTOWN
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Because there were more Patriot and French soilders stationed there
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Because the British had evacuated New York City
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Because the British forces were weak
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Because another French Fleet from the Caribbean Sea could join their forces
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Detailed explanation-1: -The French were able to achieve control of the sea lanes against the British and provided the Franco-American army with siege artillery and French reinforcements. These proved decisive in the Siege of Yorktown, effectively securing independence for the Thirteen Colonies.
Detailed explanation-2: -The battle resulted in a tactical French victory, effectively blocking the mouth of the Chesapeake and preventing British ships from reinforcing the besieged British Army at Yorktown. Without logistical support and reinforcements from the Chesapeake, the British Army was forced to surrender at Yorktown.
Detailed explanation-3: -How was the Battle of the Chesapeake similar to the Battle of Yorktown? The Battle of the Chesapeake opposed the British fleet against the French army. The French won, gaining control of the bay behind Yorktown. In both battles the British were defeated.
Detailed explanation-4: -The success of the French fleet in gaining control of the Chesapeake Bay prevented Cornwallis from receiving reinforcements and helped ensure that Washington could use the bay to transport troops and supplies to Yorktown.