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Birth Date
He was born in December 31, 1705. -
his real name
His real name is Charles Lord Cornwallis. -
Family
He had a wife Jemima Countess Cornwallis, a daughter named Mary, and a son, Charles. -
Big Move for Cornwallis
Charles out smarted George Washington defensive position at the battle of Brandywine -
Returned to England
Charles returned to England in Nov from Fort Mecer. -
Marjor Role Playing
Corwallis played an important role in command in the Brittish Rear Guard in the unfinished battle of Monmouth Courthouse. -
The devoted himself
After his wife's death, Cornwallis gave his entire self to the military and took command of British forces in the southern American colonies. -
Cornwallis return
Cornwallis returned home again only this time to take care of his very sick wife. -
The 50/50 Chance of winning this battle
In the summer of 1781 both armies went head to head to fight for victory. -
Cornwallis won the battle with Nathanael Greene
Cornwallis defeated Nathanael Greene at Guilford Courthouse in North Carolina, about 2,000 men participated in the battle, an surprisingly over a quarter men fell to their death. -
His death
He had his Death Oct 5 1805.
