History That Doesn't Suck 13: The World Turns Upside Down at Yorktown
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Feb 28, 2018 
Thomas Jefferson, the principal author of the Declaration of Independence, shares the stage with French generals Lafayette and Rochambeau, along with Admiral de Grasse, who played pivotal roles in the Revolutionary War. They delve into the dramatic events leading to the Siege of Yorktown, exploring Lafayette's race to save Virginia and the Franco-American collaboration that brought hope to the American cause. The discussion reveals the emotions surrounding Cornwallis's surrender, setting the stage for a new chapter in American independence.
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Jefferson's Close Call
- Jack Jewitz warned Thomas Jefferson of approaching British dragoons.
- Jefferson calmly had breakfast before evacuating, narrowly escaping capture.
Martin Hemings' Courage
- Martin Hemings, a slave at Monticello, bravely defied British soldiers.
- He refused to reveal Jefferson's location, even at gunpoint.
Yorktown's Importance
- The Battle of Yorktown was the decisive battle of the Revolution.
- Multiple decisions and individuals led to this pivotal moment.