In 1777, during the Revolutionary War, the American defeat of British (and allied) invaders at Saratoga resulted immediately in a more secure northern front in the American bid for independence. More largely, it resulted in aid from overseas: French military assistance, as well as a formal alliance with France, eventually followed, which contributed greatly to the final American victory in the war.
The Saratoga campaign of 1777, which included numerous movements by and several battles between the British and American forces involved, ended with an American victory on several levels. On the ground level, the Americans bagged the British invasion force, thereby securing their northern border and also increasing their prestige. On a strategic level, this victory led to support for the colonists by European nations, particularly France. This support was essential for the eventual victory by the youthful United States over England.
The Battle of Saratoga was a much needed victory for the American forces and was important in several ways. For one, it was the first major victory in ages and was a psychological boost for the Continental Army. Also it resulted in the killing or capturing of over 7,000 British and Hessian troops, a very large percentage of the British troops in North America. The victory additionally caused the French to decide that the colonists had a chance at winning and was a major influence on their decision to aid the colonials.
Saratoga is known today as Saratoga Springs, a city north of Albany, NY. There is a famous race track and a performing arts center. The british army was coming south from Montreal and the American army advanced north to meet them. By winning the battle the Americans prevented the British from splitting apart the two most influential colonies, Massachusetts and Virginia. It happened in 1777.
Because the battle was in New York Saratoga so they call it Saratoga battle.
It was after the second of the two Battles of Saratoga that General Burgoyne of Great Britain surrendered his men. This occurred on October 7, 1777.
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No he was not in the Battle of Saratoga. The battle of Saratoga N.Y. was with Benedict Arnold and American General Gates. George Washington was in Philadelphia at the time, hiding from the most powerful British army led by General Gage. The Battles of Saratoga was were the two American Generals faced off against the British General Burgoyne. The Americans won.
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Because the battle was in New York Saratoga so they call it Saratoga battle.
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In the battle of saratoga, they were fighting for independence.
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The battle of saratoga was won by the americans.
The battle of Trenton happened in 1776. The battle of Saratoga happened in 1777. So battle of Trenton came first.
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