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October 19th is remembered for the end of the Siege of Yorktown in 1781, a decisive victory for the American and French forces during the American Revolutionary War.
The surrender of British General Cornwallis at Yorktown effectively ended major military operations and paved the way for American independence.
Additionally, October 19th marks the birthday of John le Carré in 1931, the acclaimed British author known for his espionage novels such as “The Spy Who Came in from the Cold” and “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy.”
Le Carré’s complex characters and intricate plots have made him a master of the spy genre, influencing both literature and film.
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