The British called the Americans rebels! But in the end, had to surrender to them. Read the exciting account, complete with artwork and facts, of this famous battle that led to the independence of the American states.

History Questions: Battle of Yorktown Quiz, Test, and WebQuest

Kids learn about the Battle of Yorktown major event ending the American Revolutionary War on this site.

This site provides a history of the Siege of Yorktown in 1781.

Learn about life in the colonial settlement of Jamestown and the Revolutionary War battle at Yorktown.

A brief overview of the battles and their individual and collective importance in the Revolutionary War. Find out about the battle that turned the tide and brought about needed French assistance.

An overview of the military encounters in the Revolutionary War. Read about the lows and highs of the Continental Army, and the eventual defeat of the British.