What Happened on August 1, 1781

Historical Events

Surrender at Yorktown

British army under general Cornwallis occupies Yorktown, Virginia

'Surrender of Lord Cornwallis' by John Trumbull depicting the British surrender which ended the American Revolutionary War — 'Surrender of Lord Cornwallis' by John Trumbull depicting the British surrender which ended the American Revolutionary War

1781 Highlights

About August 1, 1781

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 239 years, 5 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Leo

What Happened in 1781

Surrender at Yorktown
October 29, 1781