History in 6 Minutes

This episode details the events surrounding the Battle of Fort Ann during the American Revolutionary War. It describes the British pursuit of American forces after the evacuation of Fort Ticonderoga, leading to a confrontation at Fort Ann. Despite being outnumbered, the British held their ground until a ruse led to the American retreat. While the British technically won the battle, the American actions, including the battle itself and subsequent road obstructions, significantly delayed Burgoyne's army, impacting the overall Saratoga campaign. The episode also discusses the strategic importance of this delay, allowing American forces to regroup and prepare for further engagements.

Thanks to Google Gemini for helping research the subject matter and generating the illustrations used in this video.

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