Battle of Saratoga (The Turning Point of the War) Colonial Leader p. 130 British Leader p.129 British Plan p.129 Outcome of the Battle p. 130 Reason for.

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Battle of Saratoga (The Turning Point of the War) Colonial Leader p. 130 British Leader p.129 British Plan p.129 Outcome of the Battle p. 130 Reason for American success/British Defeat p.130 Importance of Saratoga p

Battle of Saratoga (The Turning Point of the War) Colonial Leader p. 130 British Leader p.129 British Plan p.129 Outcome of the Battle p. 130 Reason for American success/British Defeat p.130 Importance of Saratoga p Horatio Gates John Burgoyne Cut off New England by invading from both Canada and from south (coordinated attack) Burgoyne forced to surrender Patriots use guerilla tactics in the dense forest. Turning point in war – greatest victory so far Morale soared Gain much needed help from Europeans (French. Etc). - Benedict Arnold also there

Battle of Yorktown - October 1781 American Commander French Commander British Commander Why went to Yorktown Plan at Yorktown Role of the French Navy Result of the Battle Importance of Battle

Battle of Yorktown - October 1781 American Commander French Commander British Commander Why went to Yorktown Plan at Yorktown Role of the French Navy Result of the Battle Importance of Battle George Washington Rochambeau Trap British by blocking their escape by land / sea. Seized control of the Chesapeake – stranding British army. Cornwallis Stay in communication with British Navy British surrounded – Cornwallis surrenders! Last major Battle / Patriots Win!