Historical Marker
Genesee Castle
Historical marker location:
Cuylerville, New York
( Marker can be reached from Cuylerville Road (U.S. 20A) ΒΌ mile west of Barrett Road.)
Marker installed: 1929
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.