''cornwallis'' life was embodent of duty and sacrifice.'' justify
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Lord Cornwallis, a warrior-statesman, succeeded warren Hastings as Governor - General in 1786. He belonged to an influential and aristocratic family which had wider political connections. He was also a close friend of Prime Minister Pittand of Dundas, the most influential member of the Board of Control He distinguished himself as a remarkable soldier in the American war of Independence. Although he surrendered at York Town in 1781 before the American troops, his reputation was not spoiled. He still enjoyed the confidence of the authorities at Home. After his return from America he was offered the Governor - Generalship in India.
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