Why was the patriots' victory at the battle of saratoga so important to the american cause?
a. it allowed the declaration of independence to be issued.
b. it forced the british army to retreat from boston.
c. it forced the british army to retreat from boston.
d. it caused the british government to give up the war.

Explanation:

It gave the Patriots a major morale boost and persuaded the French, Spanish and Dutch to join their cause against a mutual rival. France's naval support eventually helped the Continental Army win the final Battle of Yorktown, leading to the end of the American Revolution.

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