Which of the following BEST illustrates the role of geography in the surrender of Lord Cornwallis at Yorktown? A
Cornwallis and his forces camped on the Savannah River, which left them vulnerable to a surprise attack by French soldiers who traveled up the river at night.

B
The French navy established control of the nearby coastline and prevented reinforcements from reaching Cornwallis and his forces.

C
Cornwallis and his forces maintained the high ground by camping on a hilltop, but were forced to surrender after Continental troops cut off supply lines.

D
The swampland surrounding Yorktown caused Cornwallis and his forces to fight a guerilla campaign for which they were not prepared.