Blauvelt House

Historical marker location:

Tappan, New York

( Marker is at the intersection of Washington Street (County Route 8) and Main Street, on the right when traveling west on Washington Street.)

1835-36.

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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.