Name: Battle of Saratoga Turns the Tide
Duration: 142
Description: In 1777, the colonists force the surrender of 6,000 British troops in New York State. This first major victory convinces France to enter the conflict on the Americans side.

In 1777, the colonists force the surrender of 6,000 British troops in New York State. This first major victory convinces France to enter the conflict on the Americans side.

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Battle of Saratoga Turns the Tide

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