Battle of Saratoga (20 Sept 1777 Jahr – 17 Okt 1777 Jahr)

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Description: Two battles fought eighteen days apart. British general had a victory over Americans the first battle but suffered greatly (troop strength had been weakened). When Burgoyne attacked the second battle he was defeated and surrendered.

Location: Stillwater, New York

Significance: Major turning point of the revolutionary war

Result: The French government formally recognized the colonist’s cause and entered the war as their ally

Effect on war: Colonists had a strong ally against the British, more power

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