Which of the following statements regarding General Nathanael Greene is FALSE?

A. He was one of the most effective commanders in the American army.

B. He led American forces to victory in the battle at Yorktown.

C. He was forced to withdraw at Guilford Court House after inflicting heavy losses.

D. He divided his forces into fast-moving contingents to confuse and exasperate Cornwallis.

E. He replaced Horatio Gates as commander of the southern forces in the Continental army.


B

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