Question

What is the history of Cornwallis

Answer 1

Answer:

The eldest son of the first earl Cornwallis, Charles Cornwallis saw military service in Germany during the Seven Years’ War, fighting at Minden (1759). He became major general in 1775, served under Sir Henry Clinton during the American Revolution in the successful campaign to capture New York (1776), and led the pursuit across New Jersey.

Answer 2

Answer: Lord Cornwallis as Governor-General (1786-93) The first Governor-General under the new Act was Lord Cornwallis (the same Cornwallis who had surrendered at Yorktown in 1781). He held office between 1786 and 1793 representing the British government and answerable to the Board of Control.

Explanation:

Lord Cornwallis as Governor-General (1786-93) The first Governor-General under the new Act was Lord Cornwallis (the same Cornwallis who had surrendered at Yorktown in 1781). He held office between 1786 and 1793 representing the British government and answerable to the Board of Control.