Which battle was a victory for the British?

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Battle of Yorktown
Battle of Yorktown

Battle of Bunker Hill
Battle of Bunker Hill

Battle of Trenton
Battle of Trenton

Battle of King's Mountain

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The battle that was a victory for the British among the options listed is the Battle of Bunker Hill. However, it is important to note that while the British won the battle, it came at a significant cost in terms of casualties.

The other battles mentioned:

  • Battle of Yorktown was a decisive victory for the Americans.
  • Battle of Trenton was also a victory for the Americans.
  • Battle of King's Mountain was an American victory as well.

So, while the Battle of Bunker Hill was technically a British victory, it is often viewed as a pyrrhic victory.