Other leaders like Seth Warner and John Stark were instrumental in the defeat of the British at Bennington.
Several of their leaders, including Jonas Fay and Thomas Chittenden, declared the lands under their control a republic in 1777. Other leaders like Seth Warner and John Stark were instrumental in the defeat of the British at Bennington. They were formed in 1770 to prevent the annexation of the so-called "New Hampshire Grants" by New York, but they are better known for their leadership by a man who tried to bring about their home region's annexation by Canada. For 10 points, name this Vermont militia that captured Fort Ticonderoga under the leadership of Ethan Allen.
Several of their leaders, including Jonas Fay and Thomas Chittenden, declared the lands under their control a republic in 1777.
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