Historical Talk at Ethan Allen Homestead Museum

Past event
Apr 28, 2019, 2 to 3 PM

"Burgoyne's Invasion of 1777 – Why Did It Fail?"

In the summer of 1777 John Burgoyne launched an invasion through the Champlain Valley that resulted in his capitulation at Saratoga, an event that forever changed American history.

Join living historian Robert Grandchamp, a former reenactor with the British 24th Foot, for an insightful and revealing lecture focusing on the geographical, logistical, and military challenges facing the combined British and German Army as they invaded the Champlain Valley.

Robert Grandchamp is the award-winning author of fifteen books on American military history. He received his M.A. in American history from Rhode Island College. A former National Park Ranger, Robert is an analyst with the Federal government. He resides in Jericho Center.

The Ethan Allen Homestead Museum would like to thank the Vermont Federal Credit Union for its generous support.

Ethan Allen Homestead Museum – Sunday, April 28th, 2:00 p.m. Lecture is Free, donations are appreciated.

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