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Horatio Lloyd Gates (July 26, 1727 – April 10, 1806) was a British-born American army officer who served as a general in the Continental Army during the early years of the Revolutionary War.
Horatio Gates (born c. 1728, Maldon, Essex, England—died April 10, 1806, New York, New York, U.S.) was an English-born American general in the American Revolution (1775–83) whose victory over the British at the Battle of Saratoga (1777) turned the tide of victory in behalf of the Revolutionaries.
Tensions between Gates and General George Washington grew immediately following Saratoga, after Gates informed Congress directly of his victory rather than informing his Commander-in-Chief. Washington was further angered that Gates did not promptly return troops sent to help Gates during the New York campaign.
Jul 9, 2024 · Horatio Gates (1727-1806) was an English-born general of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War (1775-1783). Initially viewed as a hero for his stunning victory at the Battles of...
Horatio Gates was a British-born American general who fought in the French and Indian War and the American Revolution. He won the Battle of Saratoga in 1777, but lost the Battle of Camden in 1780 and retired from the army.
Jul 1, 2019 · Horatio Gates was a retired British soldier who fought for the American colonists in the American Revolution. He commanded the Continental Army at the Battles of Saratoga and was a controversial figure in the war.
Feb 20, 2024 · General Horatio Gates was an officer in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. He led American forces to victory at Saratoga but failed at Camden. He was also involved in the Conway Cabal, a plot against George Washington, and the Newburgh Conspiracy against Congress.
