The Mohawk Valley Path Through History begins with the Revolutionary War - the sites and events related to this period in history.
Jul 6, 1779
Gen. James Clinton camps on Otsego Lake
Gen. James Clinton camps on Otsego Lake
Jul 10, 1781
Patriot victory at Battle of New Dorlach
Col. Willett defeats British at Battle of New Dorlach, now Sharon Springs, NY.
Jul 11, 1774
Death of Sir William Johnson
Death of Sir William Johnson. His legacy crumbles.
Jul 20, 1775
First shots of Revolution fired in Mohawk Valley
First shots of the Revolution in the Mohawk Valley fired at Johnstown just 2 months after Lexington and Concord
Jul 28, 1783 - Aug 3, 1783
Gen. Washington tours Mohawk Valley Region
George Washington tours the Mohawk Valley from Fort Rensselaer to Fort Schuyler, south to Cherry Valley and Otsego Lake.