Answer to Question #181126 in History for Loriganon Willis

Question

American general horatio gates’ victory over the British at saratoga had a wideranging impact including

Answer 1

1) It gave the patriots a major morale boost and persuaded the French Spanish and dutch to join their cause against a common enemy.

2) France naval support eventually helped the continental army win the final battle of Yorktown which led to the end of American revolution.The victory for America persuaded the french to recognize the American independence.

3)It also made gates to be gain popularity to the extend of being considered suitable replacement of George Washington as commander in chief of the continental army.

4)The victory gave new life to American cause at a critical time. American had just suffered a major setback at the battle of Brandywine.

5) The American general Benedict Arnold was hailed as a hero for his bravery on the battlefield.