A Point in Time: In Their Own Words - Mt. Independence & the Summer/Fall of 1776

A cast of characters present the story of the several months around the October 11, 1776, Battle of Valcour Island—in their own words and from the point of view of the people at the American northern garrison at Mount Independence/Fort Ticonderoga.

What were some of the American generals, other officers, doctors, chaplains, and common soldiers stationed here recording at the time? How were they getting ready for the British? What was the battle’s aftermath and the next steps at this strategic location?