The Notorious Schuyler Sisters’… Dad
While the play Hamilton has made the three-peas-in-a-pod “Schuyler Sisters” a household name, their father, Philip, may not enjoy the same 21st century fame despite playing a key role in the ultimate success of the Battles of Saratoga.
While the play Hamilton has made the three-peas-in-a-pod “Schuyler Sisters” a household name, their father, Philip, gets just one quick cameo in the musical—giving Founding Father Alexander Hamilton his blessing to marry daughter Eliza.
In real life, however, the prominent politician and Army general played a key role in the ultimate success of the Battles of Saratoga. As the commander of the Northern Department of the Continental Army, he was responsible for organizing and leading American forces during the campaign.
The Schuyler House, located in Schuylerville, New York, served as the headquarters for General Schuyler during the Battles of Saratoga. A prominent figure in the American Revolutionary War, Schuyler used the house as a strategic center for planning military operations in the region. The strategic location of the house provided Schuyler with a vantage point to oversee the battles and make crucial decisions.
Today, the Schuyler House has become a historical landmark and a museum that preserves the memory of the American Revolution. It offers visitors a glimpse into the lives of General Philip Schuyler and his family during this significant period in American history.
