Cornwallis

Charles Cornwallis was a British general and politician best known for his role in the American Revolutionary War. He led British forces in several campaigns but is most famous for his defeat at the Battle of Yorktown in 1781, which effectively ended the war and led to American independence. Cornwallis was also involved in administrative roles in Britain and India. His military strategies and leadership style are studied for their strengths and limitations, and his surrender at Yorktown is regarded as a pivotal moment in history that shifted power toward the American colonies.