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Why was the 1777 Battle of Saratoga a turning point in the Revolutionary War?

i. It forced Britain to recognize its former colonies as an independent nation
j. It was the first American victory and boosted morale in the Continental Army
k. It convinced the French to ally themselves with the colonies against Britain
l. It forced the British to realize that the war was a waste of time

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Answer:

k. It convinced the French to ally themselves with the colonies against Britain

Step-by-step explanation:

The colonist proved that they could beat the english and that was what the french needed to send help. Basically they did not want to join a loosing war.

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