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What was the primary strategic impact of Benedict Arnold's naval actions on Lake Champlain in 1776?
What was the primary strategic impact of Benedict Arnold's naval actions on Lake Champlain in 1776?
- They directly led to an American victory at Fort Ticonderoga.
- They resulted in the immediate capture of crucial British supplies and naval vessels.
- They forced the British to divert resources and delay their advance, affecting the campaign leading to the Battle of Saratoga. (correct)
- They secured American control of Lake Champlain, preventing British incursions into New York.
Besides Lake Champlain, where else did Benedict Arnold engage in naval actions during the mentioned period?
Besides Lake Champlain, where else did Benedict Arnold engage in naval actions during the mentioned period?
- Lake Ontario
- Chesapeake Bay
- Split Rock, New York (correct)
- Delaware River
What type of vessels primarily comprised Benedict Arnold's fleet on Lake Champlain?
What type of vessels primarily comprised Benedict Arnold's fleet on Lake Champlain?
- Large frigates and ships-of-the-line
- Oar-powered gondolas and galleys (correct)
- Captured British warships
- Submarines and ironclads
Which of the following best describes the immediate outcome of Benedict Arnold's battles on Lake Champlain?
Which of the following best describes the immediate outcome of Benedict Arnold's battles on Lake Champlain?
What was the most significant consequence of the British delay caused by Arnold's naval actions?
What was the most significant consequence of the British delay caused by Arnold's naval actions?
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Naval War Location
Naval War Location
American naval actions mainly occurred on the open sea during the war.
Arnold's Lake Battles
Arnold's Lake Battles
Benedict Arnold fought naval battles on Lake Champlain and off Split Rock, New York.
British fleet trigger
British fleet trigger
Arnold's fleet prompted the British to build a counter-fleet.
Ticonderoga Attack Delay
Ticonderoga Attack Delay
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Impact on Saratoga
Impact on Saratoga
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Study Notes
- Most American naval actions during the war took place on the open sea.
- Benedict Arnold's battles on Lake Champlain (October 11, 1776) and off Split Rock, New York (two days later) are significant exceptions.
- Arnold lost both battles.
- He constructed a fleet of small vessels, mainly oar-powered gondolas and galleys.
- The British were forced to build a fleet to counter Arnold's.
- This delayed the British attack on Fort Ticonderoga.
- This delay significantly impacted the British campaign leading up to the 1777 Battle of Saratoga.
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Description
During the American Revolutionary War, most naval actions occurred on the open sea. Battles on Lake Champlain and Split Rock, led by Benedict Arnold, are notable exceptions. Although Arnold lost both battles, his efforts delayed the British attack on Fort Ticonderoga, impacting the 1777 Battle of Saratoga.
