Distinguished Historian uniquely tells the story of The Turning Point
Friederike Baer a frequent speaker on Saratoga with Hessians presentation
Dr. Friederike Baer spoke at the 3rd Women in War Symposium on Saturday May 4, 2024. The prestigious event featured a panel of experts on Women in the Revolutionary War.
Her address describes the experience of Saratoga, "With the Battle of Saratoga our Misfortunes began, Friederike Riedesel in the War for American Independence".
Dr. Baer has spoken recently at the Saratoga Battlefield and at important conferences throughout the United States. Her book Hessians was awarded the 2023 Society of the Cincinnati Prize and most recently was a Finalist for the American Battlefield Trust Inaugural Military History Book. Other awards include the 2022 American Revolution Round Table of Philadelphia's Book Award, and Distinguished Historian by The Marshall House Inc., preserving the site of the Baroness’s immersion in combat.
Professor Baer continues to research in preparation of further publication. Her website range of Gen. John Burgoyne’s last stand of the Battles of Saratoga, now site of the Saratoga Monument.is https://friederikebaer.com/ .
Dr Baer continues to add valuable research
Dr Friederike Baer's research continues to produce valuable findings
On topics from Gen John Burgoyne to Gen Riedsel and the Convention Army, see friederikebaer.com.
As we approach 2027 - the 250th anniversary of the Saratoga battles - renewed activity is occurring at the Saratoga Battlefield and the region.
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Holiday welcome at the Marshall House
The Marshall House held a special open house on Thanksgiving Saturday, November 27th.
The Baroness Riedesel as portrayed by Debbie Bailey greeted visitors. She told the story of how she and her children endured bombardment at the Marshall House during the American siege of Saratoga in 1777.
She also described her introduction of the Christmas tree to North America at Christmastime 1781. She and her family were then in Sorel, Quebec following the long ordeal of captivity in America after the battles of Saratoga.
The setting of a live fir tree, decorated with candy and fruit and illuminated by candles, was an old German tradition that the Baroness brought to North America.
A capacity gathering gave generously to further the educational outreach of The Marshall House. Mementoes of the day were given to visitors.