John Trumbull’s painting of Burgoyne’s surrender at Saratoga.
After the Articles of Convention were signed, Lt. Gen. Burgoyne and Gen. Gates observed the British Army from this location as they began their march to Boston. It was here that Burgoyne offered his sword to Gates, who refused to accept it.
Sword Surrender Site Parking Lot
Sword Surrender Site facing east.
Historical Marker for the Sword Surrender location.
Quote from Gen. Gates.
Quote from Militiaman Pvt Tilden.
Bronze plaque of John Trumbull’s painting of the Surrender.
Quote from Lt. William Digby (British Officer).
Quote from Baroness Riedesel.
Bronze plaque of Continental generals present during the siege.
National Park Service aquisition of the Sword Surrender Site