Saratoga Battle Chapter SAR
Saratoga Battle Chapter

22nd Annual Turning Point Parade

Schuylerville, NY
August 7th, 2016

Submitted by: Douglas Gallant

The 2016 Turning Point Parade, commemorating the American Victory at the Battle of Saratoga on October 17, 1777 during the American Revolutionary War, was the the twenty-second annual presentation for the Village of Schuylerville, NY.

The original idea of the parade was to serve as a public reminder of the importance of this area in the history of our country; in particular, the defeat of the British armies in 1777 and their subsequent surrender by General Burgoyne. These events have of course been deemed the "turning point" of the American Revolution, vital to winning independence from Great Britain.

Our Chapter has been a participant in this parade almost since its inception. The Walloomsac Battle Chapter also participates with us. As usual, we had good attendance from the membership. The weather was fantastic this year with sunshine, warm (not hot) temperatures and low humidity. A perfect day for a parade!

Along with the SAR representation, other participants in the parade include the Saratoga Chapter DAR, Schuyler Society C.A.R. and the 2nd Continental Artillery reenacting group that has several SAR members in their midst.

Chapter members Jay Lacy and Pat Reilly in the lead, Primitivo Africa, Tom Dunne and Pat Festa with the banner and Duane Booth, Harry Booth and Douglas Gallant bring up the rear
Chapter members Jay Lacy and Pat Reilly in the lead, Primitivo Africa, Tom Dunne and Pat Festa with the banner and Duane Booth, Harry Booth and Douglas Gallant bring up the rear
SAR float driven by Walloomsac Battle Chapter President John Sheaff
SAR float driven by Walloomsac Battle Chapter President John Sheaff
Managing a minor equipment malfunction prior to parade start!
Managing a minor "equipment malfunction" prior to parade start!
Members of the Schuyler Society C.A.R
Members of the Schuyler Society C.A.R
Chapter President Douglas Gallant in 2nd Continental Artillery colors
Chapter President Douglas Gallant in 2nd Continental Artillery colors
All of the SAR participants in front of the Schuyler House after the parade.
All of the SAR participants in front of the Schuyler House after the parade.
The SAR members along with the members of the 2nd Continental Artillery.
The SAR members along with the members of the 2nd Continental Artillery.
Photo Credits: Photos courtesy of Duane Booth, Tina Post
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