Jerusalem

Historical marker location:

Wantagh, New York

( Marker is at the intersection of Wantagh Avenue and Duckpond Drive North, on the right when traveling south on Wantagh Avenue.)

Marker installed: 2009

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.