🔴British successfully capture Philadelphia but fail to end rebellion
🔵Burgoyne's campaign in Saratoga ends in surrender, changing the course of the war
🟢Washington's Fabian strategy prevents decisive British victory
🟡In Europe, Britain faces diplomatic challenges and lackluster support
🟠French and other European nations increasingly support American cause
What was the outcome of the Philadelphia campaign?
—The British successfully captured Philadelphia but could not defeat the Continental Army.
What happened during Burgoyne's campaign in Saratoga?
—Burgoyne's campaign ended in surrender, a major turning point in the war.
How did Washington's strategy prevent decisive British victory?
—Washington used a Fabian strategy, avoiding open battle and attacking British supplies.
What challenges did Britain face in Europe?
—Britain faced diplomatic challenges and lackluster support from European countries.
Who supported the American cause in Europe?
—France and other European nations increasingly supported the American cause.
00:00Introduction to the campaigns of 1777
15:45Battle of Brandywine: Howe captures Philadelphia
18:20Burgoyne's campaign in Saratoga
23:10Howe's Philadelphia campaign fails to defeat Continental Army
28:30Impact of Saratoga surrender on the war
34:00Washington's Fabian strategy
40:15Diplomatic challenges faced by Britain
45:40Growing European support for the American cause
