What Happened on October 9, 1781

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
1781 Highlights

About October 9, 1781

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 241 years and 8 months
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Libra