It would be better to say it was the Battle for Bennington, because the target of the British raid was a Continental supply depot where the Bennington Monument now stands. The raiders never got there. They were soundly defeated on August 16, 1777, just over the New York line by a combined force of Vermonters and militiamen from surrounding states under Gen. John Stark, and the Continental regiment of Green Mountain Boys under Col. Seth Warner. Bennington was a critical Patriot victory that led to the British surrender at Saratoga two months later, which changed the course of the war – and the history of the world.

Schedule of Events:

Hemmings Cruise-in with the Bennington Fire Department - 5 pm to 8 pm. Downtown Bennington, brought to you in partnership with the Better Bennington Corp. and the Bennington Fire Department Battle Day Committee.

Partners Corn Hole Tournament - Kelli's Tavern, 135 Depot Street. Sign ups at 5:30. Tournament begins at 6:00. Bring your own partner.