The Methodist Church

Historical marker location:

53765 NY-30, Roxbury, New York

( Marker is at the intersection of Main Street (New York State Route 30) and Spruce Street, on the right when traveling south on Main Street.)

Built in 1858.

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.