The Battle of Saratoga
The Battle of Saratoga was the turning point in the Revolutionary War. In late September and during the first week of October 1777, Gate's American Army was positioned between Burgoyne's and Albany. On October 7, Burgoyne took the offensive. 86 percent of Burgoyne's commands were captured. A American victory in October, 1777. The success at Saratoga. France became an American Ally.