Chatham

Historical marker location:

Chatham, New York

( Marker is at the intersection of Main Street and New York State Route 66 and, on the right when traveling north on Main Street.)

Marker installed: 1969

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.