Knower House

Historical marker location:

757 Route 146, Guilderland, New York

( Marker is on New York State Route 146, on the right when traveling west.)

Marker installed: 1932

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In 1777, the Battle of Saratoga took place in upstate New York and is considered a turning point in the American Revolution. It was the first major American victory and led to France recognizing the United States as a sovereign nation and entering the war as an ally.