once prevented from joining his army. the present moment will decide american independence. prepare for battle. after weeks of siege, the battle of yorktown comes down to a nighttime assault on two small british fortifications, known as redoubts 9 and 10. french troops will attack number 9. .while alexander hamilton leads the 1st rhode island and other american troops against number 10. [ insects chirping ] use your bayonets, boys! don t stop to fire!