The most conservative elements within the British government were enthusiastic supporters of British superiority, unabashed, fervently loyal subjects of their King, George III. ... George III and Lord George Germain, the cabinet minister principally accountable for the conduct of the war, were so confident of victory that Britain's success was the centerpiece of the King's speech for the opening of Parliament. British leadership knew that this battle at Yorktown could determine the fate of the war, and the future of the present government. ... Four British leaders figure prominently:...

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