December 6, 2023

As part of efforts to promote the approaching 250th anniversary of the victory at the Battles of Saratoga, renewing awareness of its significance on a national scale is a priority. Saratoga County’s 250th Commission Chair, County Historian Lauren Roberts, will be one of four panelists featured at the Smithsonian in Washington, DC on January 18, 2024.

Original Source: The Smithsonian

The Smithsonian Associates and the national PBS destination show host, Darley Newman of “Travels with Darley,” are hosting an event featuring a panel discussion on significant Revolutionary War locales on January 18, 2024 at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C. Saratoga 250 Commission Chair, County Historian Lauren Roberts, is one of four panelists and she will discuss the importance of Saratoga as America’s Turning Point in its War for Independence. Roberts will be featured along with the American Battlefield Trust President, Dave Duncan, and representatives from Virginia and New Jersey.

“Travels with Darley” visited Saratoga’s revolutionary sites and area hospitality locations in September 2023. As part of the January event, Darley Newman is revealing that her new season will include the first four of her “Revolutionary Road Trips” episodes.  An episode dedicated to Saratoga will be released during her upcoming season, likely airing in March 2024.

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November 15, 2023

Watch the video recap of the 2nd annual Saratoga 250th Commission Battles of Saratoga “Siege” Weekend. Reaching over 1,300 people, living historians and military reenactors brought 18th century experiences to life while commemorating the 246th anniversary of the British Army’s surrender at Saratoga making it America’s Turning Point.

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Watch the Video Recap of Saratoga’s 250th Commission 2nd Annual “Siege” Weekend. Commemorating the first-ever British Army surrender on the field of battle, the American victory at Saratoga in 1777 marked the Turning Point of America’s War for Independence, 18th century era living historians and military reenactors brought history to life for over 1,300 people. The events were held  across community and Saratoga National Historic Park sites on October 7th and 8th 2024.

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November 3, 2023

Original Source: Saratoga TODAY

BALLSTON SPA – A Revolutionary Run for Veterans 5K, coordinated by the Saratoga County Veterans Services Agency, takes place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 4 at Fort Hardy Park in Schuylerville with 18th century reenactors providing a cannon blast start.

Fort Hardy Park is the site of British General Burgoyne’s army decampment, where on Oct. 17, 1777, the British army laid down their arms in the surrender of the British to the Americans, known today as the Turning Point of the Revolution.

Runners can register for the Revolutionary Run at www.finishright.com.  Registration is $40 and ends November 3rd.

All proceeds from the Revolutionary Run for Veterans will benefit the Saratoga County Veterans Trust and Agency Fund, which supports projects dedicated to the welfare of our veterans, including training, education, healthcare, housing, and essential services.

For more information contact the Saratoga County Veterans Services Agency at 518-884-4115 or veterans@saratogacountyny.gov

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October 16, 2023

With the 250th anniversary of the Battles of Saratoga quickly approaching, this turning point in the Revolutionary War is receiving more and more recognition, with the potential of increasing even further come January 2024.

Original Source: Saratogian

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October 5, 2023

“I congratulate you upon the glorious successes of our Arms in the North an account of which is enclosed”, the letter reads.

“This singular favor of Providence is to be received with thankfulness and the happy moment which Heaven has pointed out for the firm establishment of American Liberty…” G. Washington

Courtesy Raab Collection

Original Source: The Collector

George Washington expressed thanks to Providence throughout his life. This recently revealed letter from October 18, 1777 demonstrated deep gratitude upon learning of British General Burgoyne’s surrender at Saratoga. Amidst the tumult of 1777, including British capture of Philadelphia, General Washington’s renewed optimism for American Liberty is evident. It shows why Saratoga is still known as America’s Turning Point nearly 250 years after.

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September 28, 2023

Darley Newman, star of the PBS series ‘Travels with Darley’ speaks to the media inside the Old O’Brien Inn

Original Source: e.g. The Daily Gazette

SARATOGA COUNTY – Darley Newman, the host of the PBS series “Travels with Darley” is assisting Saratoga County as it counts down to the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Saratoga by exploring the county’s rich Revolutionary War history.

Following a railbike tour in Hadley, Newman, who has been shooting the series in the county since Sunday, stopped by the Olde Bryan Inn, which had been owned by American Revolutionary War hero Alexander Bryan.

It is believed that Bryan spied on the British during the war, having gained their trust, and later used that position to warn American soldiers about an impending attack by the British, which came to be known as the Battle of Saratoga.

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September 26, 2023

Saratoga is rich in history and Darley Newman wants to share those stories.

Original Source: CBS 6 Albany

Saratoga Springs, NY — Saratoga is rich in history and Darley Newman wants to share those stories.

Newman, a PBS host and travel expert, is in Saratoga County this week to film for her Emmy Award-nominated PBS and streaming series, “Travels with Darley,” as part of her new “Revolutionary Road Trips” episodes.

This is the first time they are filming for the new series on “untold stories related to the American Revolution” in New York State. The episode will shed light on Saratoga as a turning point in the American Revolution leading up to the 250th commemorations and cover local food options, history and attractions.

The Saratoga episode will debut in January 2024 on PBS and streaming, as well as through a live event and simulcast/livestream on Jan. 18, 2024 Smithsonian Associates.

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July 20, 2023

Revolution Along the Hudson River Programs Coming to Schuylerville and Stillwater.

Original Source: Saratoga Today

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June 30, 2023

Original Source: mountvernon.org

The Battle of Saratoga fought in two stages on September 19 and October 7, 1777, proved to be a turning point in the American struggle for independence.

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June 30, 2023

Original Source: history.com

The Battle of Saratoga occurred in September and October, 1777, during the second year of the American Revolution. It included two crucial battles, fought eighteen days apart, and was a decisive victory for the Continental Army and a crucial turning point in the Revolutionary War.

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