What was the battle of Saratoga known for?

This engagement was called the Battle of Bemis Heights, also known as the Second Battle of Freeman’s Farm or the Second Battle of Saratoga. By now Burgoyne’s army had been reduced to about 5,000 effective troops, and his supplies were running low, but nightfall ended the fighting. read more

Prior to the Battle of Saratoga, France didn't fully aid the colonists. However, after the Battles of Saratoga were conclusively won by the colonists, France realized that the Americans had the hope of winning the war, and began fully aiding the colonists by sending soldiers, donations, loans, military arms, and supplies. read more