Fort Ann acted as a major hub for soldiers throughout history, as the midpoint between Lake Champlain and the Hudson River, and the route linking the French and English colonies.
The town and village of Fort Ann were actually named for the fort built during Queen Anne’s War. Decades later Fort Ann would become the location of a major turning point battle of the Revolutionary War.
British forces encountered significant resistance from a small contingent at Fort Ann. Their sabotage delayed the British advance long enough for Colonial forces to mount a successful defense at Saratoga and turn the tide of war in America’s favor.
Fun fact: The Battle of Fort Ann is said to have been the first time American troops fought under the stars and stripes.
The town and village of Fort Ann were actually named for the fort built during Queen Anne’s War. Decades later Fort Ann would become the location of a major turning point battle of the Revolutionary War.
British forces encountered significant resistance from a small contingent at Fort Ann. Their sabotage delayed the British advance long enough for Colonial forces to mount a successful defense at Saratoga and turn the tide of war in America’s favor.
Fun fact: The Battle of Fort Ann is said to have been the first time American troops fought under the stars and stripes.
This small-yet-scenic town has become quite the tourism destination. Its convenient location on Lake George makes it the perfect place to stay outside the village, plus Hadlock Pond boasts great waterside stays, too. Also in Fort Ann are trailheads for a number of hiking trails, including Sleeping Beauty and Buck Mountains.
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Fort Ann lies on the shores of the famous Lake George, and it is nestled along the edge of the Adirondack Mountains.
