The Memorial "The Boot"

After his near "sell out" of West Point, Benedict Arnold, the turncoat; but the hero of the Battle of Saratoga, could not be acknowledged by the Patriot's. This memorial of The Boot doesn't name him; but tributes his heroism (and horrific injury to his left leg) at this unmarked monument!

Saratoga National Historical Park aka "The Battlefield"

November 24th 2012
What to do? Entertaining a houseful on the day after Thanksgiving! It’s a beautiful, crisp late fall day and everyone (age range 9 – 70ish) is feeling a little stuffed and in need of fresh air and exercise. Luckily we live near the Saratoga National Historical Park located in Stillwater New York. The Park offers a small museum dedicated to the Battle of Saratoga, said to be the turning point o ... read more

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