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.
News & Events
Special Event Sunday, August 1st
The historic Marshall House at 136 Route 4 North in Schuylerville, New York will be open on Sunday, August 1st as part of the Village’s Turning Point Parade celebration. The house played an important role in the area’s Revolutionary War history, serving as a field hospital for the British troops and the German soldiers who fought with them in the Saratoga campaign. The family of the German General Friedrich Riedesel had accompanied Burgoyne to the battlefront.
The Baroness Frederika Riedesel (as portrayed by Debbie Bailey) will greet visitors and tell the story of how she with her three children endured bombardment at the Marshall House during the American siege during the Battles of Saratoga in 1777. Visitors will be limited to groups of fifteen in 45 minute sessions at 2:30, 3:15, 4:00 and 4:45. There will be valet parking at the house. While admission is free, a donation of $10 per person is suggested to further the educational outreach of The Marshall House. Registration is required. To register, go to the website at www.themarshallhouse.org and click on Special Event Sunday, August 1st on the home page. Or call (518) 587-9499.