The Siege of Yorktown: Hamilton's Charge at Redoubt Ten

1. What was Alexander Hamilton's job before the battle at Redoubt Ten?

2. Why did Hamilton's soldiers have to attack in silence without firing their muskets?

3. What were the two small British forts called that the allies needed to capture?

4. How many soldiers did Hamilton lead in the attack on Redoubt Ten?

5. What happened to the British soldiers inside Redoubt Ten after Hamilton's men climbed over the wall?