One of the most successful rear guard actions in American history, the Battle of Hubbardton was the only Revolutionary War battle fought entirely in Vermont. |
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During the early morning hours of July 7, 1777, British General John Burgoyne's army met the resistance and bravery of Americans for the first time in the Battle of Hubbardton. A massive British invasion from Canada chased the Continental Army from Mount Independence south to Hubbardton. The British strategy was to continue to New York and divide New England from the rest of the colonies. The advancing British were seasoned Regulars. The Green Mountain Boys stayed behind to slow down the Redcoats so that the main force could retreat. On a grassy hill, the scrappy New Englanders made their stand. While the British held the field and technically won the battle, their losses were so heavy that they gave up chasing the Americans to tend to their casualties. The Battle of Hubbardton marked the beginning of the end for Burgoyne and his great plan. On August 16 he suffered a stunning blow at the Battle of Bennington. Soon after, Burgoyne wrote about the people of Vermont as "the most active and most rebellious race on the continent" and that they were "hanging like a gathering storm" on his left. On October 17, 1777, after the battles of Saratoga, Burgoyne surrendered with his entire Army. Read more about the
Battle of Hubbardton,
Hubbardton Battlefield
State Historic Site, and Hubbardton
Historical Society
WATERWAY TO WAR: HISTORIC SITES NEAR TICONDEROGA The Fort Ticonderoga Association has created a website linking people with historic battle sites in Vermont and New York and the waterways that have played a pivotal role in the history and current affairs of the United States. The website highlights the proximity and value of these historic, cultural, and educational sites along Lake Champlain and the Hudson River. Funded by the LCBP, the Fort Ticonderoga Association is also creating a brochure and poster to promote the project. To learn more check out http://www.fort-ticonderoga.org/visit/waterways-to-war/index.htm |
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May 26 through October 8, 2012 |
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ADMISSION
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Adults $2.00 |
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The Hubbardton Battlefield is located on 5696 Monument Hill Road, six miles off VT Route 30 in Hubbardton or seven miles off exit 5 of US Route 4 in Castleton. Follow the signs carefully. |
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HOW TO CONTACT US
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(802) 759-2412 - During open hours call: (802) 273-2282 |
Hubbardton Battlefield
