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.
Open House at The Marshall House
Historians, professional and amateur, and students..., everyone’s particular interest is satisfied when visiting The Marshall House. Imagine treading on the very floor trod by the intrepid Baroness Frederika Riedesel or looking into the corner of the old stone cellar where she took refuge as cannon balls crashed on the floor above her during the horrendous week preceding the surrender of Burgoyne’s army.
The Marshall House, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is a private residence whose owners open their home to organized groups by appointment. Arrangements may be made by email to info@themarshallhouse.org or by telephoning 518-695-3765. A $10 donation per adult is suggested. Children are free.
Owner David Bullard showing visitors the blood stains left by wounded soldiers when The Marshall House was used as a hospital during the retreat of the British forces following their defeat at the Battles of Saratoga.
A book exhibit showing several nineteenth century books that mention The Marshall House as an early landmark of the American Revolution.
The cellar where Baroness Riedesel, her three little daughters and other women, children and wounded soldiers took refuge is always the paramount moment of a visit to The Marshall House.
Against this wall, the Baroness tried to rest after caring for the wounded during their ordeal in The Marshall House.
Debbie Bailey performs her popular impersonation of Baroness Riedesel in her 20-25 minute reenactment in the very room used as a hospital for wounded soldiers.