The American Revolution began in 1755 and ended in 1783. It was a period in time when the Americans wanted their freedom from the British and the 13 colonies came together and rose up against Britain. This period in time was crucial because it gave Americans their freedom. The Battle of Yorktown was one of the most, if not the most, important battle of the American Revolution. It was the battle that ended the war between the Americans and the British. The Battle of Yorktown began on September 28, 1781. George Washington fed up and decided it was time to act on the British. He decided he wanted to take control and eliminate British General Charles Cornwallis and his troops. The British General was stationed at the mouth of
