sep 19, 1777 - Battle of Saratoga

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The Battle of Saratoga was a decisive victory for the Continental Army and a crucial turning point in the revolutionary war. The battle persuaded the French, Spanish, and Dutch to ally with the colonial army, as they believed they had a chance to win, and a chance to weaken Great Britain. It also greatly lifted the morale of the patriots.
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https://www.britannica.com/event/Battles-of-Saratoga

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