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Fort Ticonderoga is an 18th-century star fort at the southern tip of Lake Champlain, New York, originally built by France in 1755 and key in both the French and Indian War and the American Revolution.
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When was Fort Ticonderoga built?
The French began building Fort Ticonderoga in 1755 at the southern end of Lake Champlain. It was first known as Fort Carillon.
Why was Fort Ticonderoga important in the American Revolution?
American forces captured it in May 1775, early in the Revolutionary War. Its artillery was later transported to Boston by Henry Knox, helping force the British evacuation in 1776.
Where is Fort Ticonderoga located?
It stands at the southern tip of Lake Champlain in present-day New York. The site controls the water route between Lake Champlain and Lake George.
Who captured Fort Ticonderoga in 1775?
Ethan Allen and Benedict Arnold led the American capture on May 10, 1775. The fort's small garrison surrendered with little fighting.
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