Battle That Gave Birth To The USA
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Historical Events
Admiral of Interest
American Revolutionary War: French fleet of 24 ships under Comte de Grasse defeat British forces under Admiral Thomas Graves and Samuel Hood at the Battle of the Chesapeake [Battle of the Virginia Capes] and trap General Lord Charles Cornwallis
1781 Highlights
About September 5, 1781
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 242 years, 10 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Virgo
