The American colonies entering the War...
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The American colonies entering the War for Independence from Britain knew it lacked the men needed for an army, the ships for the protection of the harbors, and the industry to produce armaments. This is why it was crucial for France to align itself with the colonies. It was for this purpose that Franklin, Jefferson, and Adams frequently traveled to Paris as ambassadors to gain French support.
Understandably, the French were hesitant to become involved in a war that encompassed their arch-enemy, the British. Therefore, all diplomatic talk fell on deaf ears until the French knew the colonists could defeat the British.
After the American victory at the Battle of Saratoga in 1777, in upstate New York, the French become convinced the colonists could prevail. It was at this point they joined the fight on the side of the Americans.
Until this victor at Saratoga, the colonists had to have great endurance.
Understandably, the French were hesitant to become involved in a war that encompassed their arch-enemy, the British. Therefore, all diplomatic talk fell on deaf ears until the French knew the colonists could defeat the British.
After the American victory at the Battle of Saratoga in 1777, in upstate New York, the French become convinced the colonists could prevail. It was at this point they joined the fight on the side of the Americans.
Until this victor at Saratoga, the colonists had to have great endurance.
