Publisher's Synopsis
Battles of Saratoga, 1777: The Saratoga Monument Association, 1856-1891 is a historical account of the pivotal battles fought in Saratoga during the American Revolutionary War. The book is authored by Ellen Hardin Walworth and was published in 1891. The focus of the book is on the Saratoga Monument Association, which was established in 1856 to commemorate the battles and the soldiers who fought in them. The book provides a detailed account of the battles of Saratoga, which were fought in 1777 and led to a major victory for the American forces. The author describes the events leading up to the battles, the strategies employed by both sides, and the aftermath of the battles. The book also includes biographical information about some of the key figures involved in the battles, including General Horatio Gates and General John Burgoyne.In addition to the historical account of the battles, the book also provides insights into the formation and activities of the Saratoga Monument Association. The author describes the efforts of the association to raise funds for the construction of a monument to commemorate the battles and the soldiers who fought in them. The book also includes descriptions of the various events and ceremonies that were held by the association to honor the soldiers.Overall, Battles of Saratoga, 1777: The Saratoga Monument Association, 1856-1891 is a comprehensive and detailed account of the battles of Saratoga and the efforts of the Saratoga Monument Association to commemorate them. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American Revolutionary War and the role of Saratoga in that conflict.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.