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Battle of Saratoga
The American victory at the Battle of Saratoga was a major turning point in the war. It ended the British threat to New England. -
Valley Forge
The victory at Saratoga and the promise of help from Europe boosted American morale. Washington’s Continental Army began preparing for the winter of 1777–1778 by building a makeshift camp at Valley Forge. Conditions at Valley Forge were difficult, but the soldiers endured. About 2,000 huts were built as shelter. Several soldiers were improperly dressed, although many did have proper uniforms. As the winter wore on, soldiers also suffered from disease, a common problem in military camps. An army
