Chapter 6: From Valley Forge to York Town CKLA Revolutionary War

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What was the significance of the surrender of Lord Cornwallis in the American Revolutionary War?

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It demonstrated the strength and determination of the Continental Army.

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What training methods were used by von Steuben to improve the Continental Army?

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Bayonet usage and battlefield advancement.

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What improvements were made by the Continental Army in the spring of 1778?

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Better food supplies and improved morale.

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What was the main impact of Lafayette's arrival in North America?

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He quickly established himself as one of Washington's top generals.

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What impact did Friedrich Wilhelm Ludolf Gerhard Augustin von Steuben have on the Continental Army?

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He improved the army's training and discipline.

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What was Valley Forge known for during the Revolutionary War?

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It was the site of the Continental Army's winter encampment, where they faced harsh conditions.

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Who was George Washington in the context of the Revolutionary War?

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He was the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army.

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What role did the French play in the American Revolutionary War?

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They provided military support and resources to the Continental Army.

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What was the outcome of the Battle of Yorktown?

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It was a decisive victory for the Continental Army, leading to British surrender.

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What is a 'Continental Army'?

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The army formed by the Thirteen Colonies during the American Revolutionary War.