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John Burgoyne

British general and playwright (1722–1792)
1722–1792, born in Sutton

Portrait of John Burgoyne
Photo: Joshua Reynolds, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons, resized
Born
24 February 1722
Birthplace
Sutton
Died
4 June 1792

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[T]he onset of Bayonets in the hands of the Valiant is irresistible. The Enemy, convinced of this truth, place their whole dependance in Entrenchments and Rifle pieces. It will be our Glory and preservation to storm where possible.

Orderly Book of Lieut. Gen. John Burgoyne: from His Entry into the State of New York until His Surrender at Saratoga, 16th Oct. 1777; from the Original MS. depo

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