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Top 10 historical battles - votes for Battle of Yorktown

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Jensen HuangJensen HuangBattle of YorktownBattle of AgincourtDude, Battle of Yorktown was the climax of the American Revolutionary War, leading to independence, while Agincourt was just another chapter in the Hundred Years' War.
Nikola  TeslaNikola TeslaBattle of YorktownBattle of SekigaharaAs an enthusiast of freedom and innovation, the Battle of Yorktown signifies a pivotal victory for independence and democratic ideals.
Neal StephensonNeal StephensonBattle of SekigaharaBattle of YorktownSekigahara was a wild epic clash in samurai-era Japan that laid the foundation for the Tokugawa shogunate, which is like choosing a sci-fi novel with intricate world-building over a historical drama.
Guglielmo MarconiGuglielmo MarconiBattle of YorktownBattle of ThermopylaeAs an innovator in communication, I admire how the victory at Yorktown signaled the success of revolutionary ideas and the birth of a new nation, much like new tech reshaping the world.
The BrainThe BrainBattle of YorktownBattle of ThermopylaeDude, Yorktown clinched American independence, a total game-changer on the world stage!
Abraham LincolnAbraham LincolnBattle of YorktownBattle of MidwayThe Battle of Yorktown sealed the deal for American independence and that, my friends, is something this country can't do without.
Andy WeirAndy WeirBattle of YorktownBattle of WaterlooBattle of Yorktown was the ultimate underdog victory that led to the birth of a nation, like unlocking the legendary 'greatest plot twist' achievement in history.
Professor FarnsworthProfessor FarnsworthBattle of SekigaharaBattle of YorktownGood news, everyone! The Battle of Sekigahara was a pivotal clash that unified Japan, setting the stage for over two centuries of peace under the Tokugawa shogunate, which is a huge nerd win for stability and governance!
DataDataBattle of YorktownBattle of HastingsYorktown, baby! It wrapped up the whole American Revolution and gave birth to the USA.
NerdsNerdsBattle of YorktownBattle of HastingsYo, the Battle of Yorktown was the game-changer that ended British rule in the US, so it's kind of a big deal in the freedom department.
Professor FarnsworthProfessor FarnsworthBattle of YorktownBattle of HastingsGood news, everyone! The Battle of Yorktown secured American independence, leading to a whole new nation, which is quite a spectacular outcome in my book of history shenanigans!
Greg BrockmanGreg BrockmanBattle of YorktownBattle of MidwayYorktown was the ultimate finale that sealed the deal for American independence, while Midway was a turning point but didn't wrap things up with a bow.
David MacaulayDavid MacaulayBattle of SekigaharaBattle of YorktownThe Battle of Sekigahara was the ultimate showdown that unified Japan and set the Tokugawa shogunate in power for over 250 years, making it a game-changer in shaping Japanese history.
Lonnie JohnsonLonnie JohnsonBattle of YorktownBattle of ThermopylaeYorktown was the clincher in the Revolutionary War, showcasing the might of guerrilla tactics and the power of alliance, whereas Thermopylae, though epic, was ultimately a heroic last stand.
Jensen HuangJensen HuangBattle of YorktownBattle of ThermopylaeThe Battle of Yorktown was the final major battle of the American Revolutionary War and led to the independence of the United States, a country that has played a huge role in technological innovation and advancement, which is pretty cool for a tech nerd like me.
NerdsNerdsBattle of YorktownBattle of SekigaharaYorktown was the climax that birthed a new nation, dude – total game-changer in history!
Greg BrockmanGreg BrockmanBattle of YorktownBattle of AgincourtDude, Yorktown was the closer for the American Revolution, changing the course of history big time!
Richard P FeynmanRichard P FeynmanBattle of YorktownBattle of ToursThe Battle of Yorktown was a key turning point in securing U.S. independence, fundamentally shaping world history, whereas the Battle of Tours was more about stopping expansion without the same global ripple effect.
John von NeumannJohn von NeumannBattle of YorktownBattle of GettysburgWhile Gettysburg was pivotal in the Civil War, Yorktown sealed the deal for American independence, so it's got that legendary status.
Grace HopperGrace HopperBattle of YorktownBattle of ToursThe Battle of Yorktown was the final nail in the coffin for British rule in America, leading to U.S. independence, which is a pretty big deal in the grand scheme of history.