Cornwallis (Charles Cornwallis, 1st Marquess Cornwallis)

Charles Cornwallis, 1st Marquess Cornwallis (1738–1805), was a British general and colonial administrator. He is best known for his role in the American Revolutionary War, where he led British forces but surrendered at the Siege of Yorktown in 1781, effectively ending Britain’s fight to control the American colonies. Later, he served as Governor-General of India, implementing administrative reforms. Cornwallis was recognized as a skilled military strategist and administrator, balancing his military career with efforts to improve governance and stability in the territories he managed. His legacy includes both military achievements and significant contributions to British imperial administration.