Why was the Battle of Saratoga so important in the War of Independence? The British won the battle. It made the Americans think that they could win the war without any help. It made the French decide to help the Americans. It was Washington’s first victory of the war.
History · High School · Tue Nov 03 2020
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The Battle of Saratoga was crucial in the War of Independence because:
It made the French decide to help the Americans.
The American victory at Saratoga in 1777 was a turning point that convinced the French to formally enter into an alliance with the American colonies. The support of the French, both militarily and financially, played a significant role in enhancing the capabilities of the American forces and contributed to the ultimate success of the Revolutionary War against the British.