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British commander who led the northern invasion from Canada, expecting to split the colonies along the Hudson. His surrender of nearly 6,000 troops at Saratoga was the worst British defeat of the war and triggered French entry into the conflict.

Skilled British brigadier whose leadership rallied the British line during both battles of Saratoga. Targeted by Morgan's riflemen on October 7, 1777, he was mortally wounded and died the following day. His death demoralized the British forces at a critical moment.

Brilliant and reckless field commander whose charge at the Breymann Redoubt helped seal the American victory at Saratoga. Wounded in the leg during the assault, he later became the most infamous traitor in American history.

Commander of American forces at Saratoga whose cautious defensive strategy, combined with the aggressive field tactics of his subordinates, produced the most consequential American victory of the war.

Virginia frontiersman who commanded the elite rifle corps at Saratoga. His sharpshooters targeted British officers with devastating accuracy, killing General Simon Fraser at a critical moment in the second battle.

Polish military engineer who designed the American fortifications on Bemis Heights at Saratoga. His selection of terrain and placement of defensive works forced Burgoyne into frontal assaults against prepared positions.

Massachusetts brigadier whose brigade participated in both engagements at Saratoga. His troops helped assault the Breymann Redoubt alongside Arnold on October 7, contributing to the collapse of the British right flank.

Wife of the Hessian commander Baron von Riedesel who accompanied the British army. Her memoir provides a vivid civilian account of the battles and surrender at Saratoga, describing the terror of artillery bombardment and the care of wounded soldiers in a cellar.