What is the Battle of Saratoga?
Q: What is the Battle of Saratoga?
A: The Battle of Saratoga is considered the turning point of the American Revolution.
Q: When was the Battle of Saratoga fought?
A: The Battle of Saratoga was fought in late 1777.
Q: What were the two engagements in the Battle of Saratoga?
A: The Battle of Saratoga was actually two engagements: the Battle of Freeman's Farm (September 19) and the Battle of Bemis Heights (October 7).
Q: Who led the American army in the Battle of Saratoga?
A: The Americans were led by General Horatio Gates.
Q: Who led the British army in the Battle of Saratoga?
A: The British were led by General John Burgoyne.
Q: What happened on October 17 during the Battle of Saratoga?
A: On October 17, Burgoyne surrendered his army of nearly 6,000 British soldiers.
Q: What were the consequences of the American victory in the Battle of Saratoga?
A: The American victory helped convince France to come to the aid the Continental Army. It also helped them recognize the United States.
