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Saratoga 1777 simulates the victory of the American Insurgents against British troops during the War of Independence, an event which led to the Kingdom of France declaration of war against Britain.

The British objective is to capture Albany, using small but professional troops.

The American Insurgents must imperatively block the opposing advancing columns.

Saratoga 1777 lasts 14 turns each representing about 10 days between the 10th of June and the 20th October 1777. It opposes the Rebel American forces to the British in Upper New York. Forces of both sides are heterogeneous in quantity and quality.

- The British have professional troops, German mercenaries and a numerous artillery, but their columns are separated and relatively few in numbers.

- The American Insurgents have numerous militias and subsequent reinforcements, but their morale is low and their leaders quarreling.

The game event cards allow full replay ability thanks to the numerous various situations that their create on the diplomatic, military, political or economical fields.

Estimated Playtime: 1h30

Favored Side: none

Hardest to Play: British