This battle saw Benjamin Lincoln take control of Benedict Arnold's command, and its conclusion led to the creation of a "Convention Army." The loser, who was hoping for the arrival of Henry Clinton from New York City, was finally defeated at Bemis Heights a month after his defeat at Freeman Farm. Horatio Gates' defeat of John Burgoyne in this battle reinforced French confidence in the American cause. For 10 points, name t
This battle saw Benjamin Lincoln take control of Benedict Arnold's command, and its conclusion led to the creation of a "Convention Army." The loser, who was hoping for the arrival of Henry Clinton from New York City, was finally defeated at Bemis Heights a month after his defeat at Freeman Farm. Horatio Gates' defeat of John Burgoyne in this battle reinforced French confidence in the American cause. For 10 points, name this 1777 battle in New York, often called the turning point of the American Revolution.
This battle saw Benjamin Lincoln take control of Benedict Arnold's command, and its conclusion led to the creation of a "Convention Army."
Battle of {Saratoga}