Historical Marker
Oldest House
Historical marker location:
98 George St, Fort Ann, New York
( Marker is at the intersection of George Street (U.S. 4) and Charles Street, on the right when traveling north on George Street.)
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.