From Trenton to Yorktown: turning points of the Revolutionary War.

The article reviews the book *From Trenton to Yorktown*, which examines five pivotal episodes of the American Revolutionary War from 1775 to 1783, focusing on both battles and strategic moments that shaped the conflict. It highlights key events such as George Washington’s surprise victories at Trenton and Princeton, the American triumph at Saratoga that secured French support, the harsh winter at Valley Forge, the Pyrrhic British victory at Guilford Court House, and the decisive Franco-American siege leading to Cornwallis’ surrender at Yorktown. The book emphasizes the complexity of the war, including setbacks and strategic maneuvers, and underscores the importance of international alliances in the eventual American victory.