 British General Sir Henry Clinton moved up from New York City and attempted to divert American attention by capturing Forts Clinton and Montgomery in the Hudson River highlands on October 6, but his efforts were too late to help Burgoyne.Burgoyne attacked Bemis Heights again on October 7 after it became apparent that he would not receive relieving aid in time.This battle culminated in heavy fighting marked by Arnold's spirited rallying of the American troops.