Benjamin Franklin
It convinced the French to recognize American independence and provide military aid.
The Battle of Saratoga.
The french gave the Americans secret aid
Ben Franklin (and La Fayette).
It convinced the french government to support Americans and provide them aid (military and financial assistance). This ultimately helped America defeat Great Britain!
Battle of Saratoga
The battle that convinced the French to help the American's fightwas the The Battle Of Saratoga. An American victory.
The French monarchy wanted to reduce the power of the British, and gain revenge for the loss of Quebec following the French and Indian War (aka. the Seven Years' War). Great Britain returned Tortuga to France as a result of the Revolutionary War.
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The French
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