The victory at Saratoga was a pivotal moment for the Americans, primarily resulting in increased funding from France.

The Continental Army's crushing defeat in October 1777 demonstrated its strength and informed French officials that the American cause had merit. France thus established official relations with the colonies in 1778, offering crucial financial, material, and military support. This newfound aid considerably reinforced the American military effort, enabling them to sustain their struggle against British soldiers. The alliance changed the dynamics of foreign support to the revolutionaries' advantage in addition to enhancing their military prowess.