Title

Charles Edward Cornwallis

Caption

Charles Edward Cornwallis (1738-1805) first Marquis and second Earl Cornwallis. English soldier. Commander of the British forces during the American War of Independence, surrendered at Yorktown 1781. Governor General of India 1786-1793. Victorious against Tippoo Sultan at Seringapatam 1792. Copperplate engraving 1786.

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Photos12.com - Ann Ronan Picture Library

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