During the Saratoga campaign, the local population played a vital role by providing intelligence and support to the Americans.

Many locals actively supported the Continental Army by providing vital intelligence regarding British army movements, supply routes, and the surrounding area. These residents were sympathetic to the American cause. This local expertise was extremely helpful in developing and carrying out military plans. In addition, some residents provided the US soldiers with logistical support, including food and housing. Their participation not only helped the American war effort but also showed how crucial citizen assistance was to the military's success in the Revolutionary War.