A Point in Time: In Their Own Words

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 northern garrison at Mount Independence/Fort Ticonderoga. What were some of the American generals, other officers, doctors, chaplains, and common soldiers stationed here writing about at the time? What were they doing to get ready for the British and what was the aftermath of the battle and next steps at this strategic location?