Bill > K00882

This resolution commemorates October 11, 2026, as the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Valcour Island, a significant naval engagement during the American Revolutionary War fought on Lake Champlain. The resolution highlights that this battle, though an American withdrawal, bravely delayed a superior British fleet's advance from Canada, preventing a potential division of the colonies and contributing to the eventual American victory at Saratoga. It recognizes the battle as a testament to resilience and strategic foresight, acknowledging its importance to New York's history and its preservation in public memory by organizations like the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Sons of the American Revolution. The resolution also calls for copies to be sent to the Governor and the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation to mark this historic occasion.

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/K882