Fort Ticonderoga Captured by Ethan Allen & Benedict Arnold

Fort Ticonderoga Captured by Ethan Allen & Benedict Arnold: May 10, 1775 Because of its location on Lake Champlain, Fort Ticonderoga was the key to access of both Canada and the Hudson River Valley. During the French and Indian War, thousands of soldiers had died fighting to gain … Continue reading →

Battle of Valcour Island: October 11, 1776

This date in Lake Champlain History Battle of Valcour Island: October 11, 1776 Continental Brigadier General Benedict Arnold and his 17-ship flotilla were defeated after three long and separate actions at the Battle of Valcour Island on Lake Champlain when they engaged 25 ships under British … Continue reading →

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Fort Ticonderoga Captured by Ethan Allen & Benedict Arnold

Battle of Valcour Island: October 11, 1776