Historical Events
Surrender at Yorktown
Americans under George Washington and the French under Comte de Rochambeau begin bombardment of Yorktown, the last battle of American Revolutionary War
Famous Deaths
- Thomas Erskine, 6th earl of Kellie, Scottish composer and musician, dies at 49
Died in 1781 1781 Highlights
About October 9, 1781
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 242 years, 9 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Libra
