As the Revolutionary War continued, our leaders developed and implemented our first national government, The Articles of Confederation. Replaced in less than a decade, a discussion on the strengths, weaknesses, and most importantly, lessons learned is still valuable in understanding the time period.
Analyzing the consequential siege and battle of Yorktown, Virginia must be addressed when examining 1781. Our discussion will look closely at various accounts of the surrender and roles of individuals such as Alexander Hamilton and General Cornwallis.
Effects of this American victory will be seen in both England and in America for many years to come as we discuss “the world turned upside down”.
