Surrender of General John Burgoyne at Saratoga
French engraving showing the surrender of Burgoyne at Saratoga. Saratoga (1777) was a significant turning point in the American Revolution. Not only were British hopes for an early victory smashed and American morale boosted, but more importantly, France was convinced that the Americans were worthy of open support.
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