Ticonderoga was not only a significant fort, but it was also the key connecting point between Lake Champlain and Lake George—at least if you want to
Despite all efforts by the Rebels to build up Fort Ticonderoga, the British had the upper hand. Listen to the Turning Point Trail Site 13 Audio
British and Rebels engage in the first revolutionary battle in Vermont. Listen to the Turning Point Trail Site 14 Audio
General Burgoyne gains a power-hungry confidant. But is his information accurate? Listen to the Turning Point Trail Site 15 Audio
Benedict Arnold and the Rebels take advantage of the prosperous community of Skenesborough. Listen to the Turning Point Trail Site 16 Audio
After fleeing Fort Ticonderoga, and then Whitehall, the Rebels continue their escape to Fort Ann. Listen to the Turning Point Trail Site 17 Audio
The British were feeling pretty confident in how the war was proceeding. Were they getting too cocky? Listen to the Turning Point Trail Site 18 Audio
Perception was important. Burgoyne didn’t want to give the appearance of a retreat, so he decided to advance south by land. Listen to the Turning
Burgoyne’s progress slowed once on land, but Baron Riedesel had a plan to help the army move more quickly. Listen to the Turning Point Trail Site 20
