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Medal - History of the American Revolution Burgoyne's Men Lay Down Arms at Saratoga
| Location | United States |
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| Year | 1970 |
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| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
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| Obverse description | High-relief scene depicting the surrender at Saratoga, with multiple military figures in 18th-century uniforms engaged in the ceremonial laying down of arms; a central officer presents a sword while flanked by American and British officers. The lower portion of the field bears a recessed tablet with the legend and date in three lines. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse lettering | OCTOBER 17, 1777 Surrounded by Americans, and worn out by four months of fighting, Burgoyne's army surrenders. British troops lay down their arms and agree to return home. FM |
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