Question

Which event led to an open alliance between the French and the United States?


the Battle of Trenton


the Continental Army’s winter at Valley Forge


a request from General Cornwallis


the Patriot victory at Saratoga

Answer 1

The event that led to an open alliance between the French and the United States was the Patriot victory at Saratoga. This victory in 1777 was crucial in convincing France that the American cause could succeed, leading them to formally ally with the United States against Great Britain.