Philip Schuyler and the Battle of Lake George

7:00 PM

Philip Schuyler and the Battle of Lake George: How the French & Indian War Affected Schuyler's Revolutionary War Experience

Thursday, November 12, 2026 | 7:00 PM

Holiday Inn Resort Lake George | Lake George, NY

Join the Lake George Battlefield Park Alliance for a free historical presentation exploring the military career of Philip Schuyler and how his experiences during the French and Indian War influenced his leadership in the American Revolution.

The program, Philip Schuyler and the Battle of Lake George: How the French & Indian War Affected Schuyler's Revolutionary War Experience, will be presented by Kayla Whitehouse of the Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site in Albany.

About the Presentation

Although Philip Schuyler was not present at the Battle of Lake George on September 8, 1755, his military career began during the French and Indian War, when he was commissioned as a captain in a provincial unit. By the end of the conflict, he had risen to the rank of colonel.

Despite his limited battlefield experience, Schuyler was commissioned as a Major General in the Continental Army in 1775, a decision that raised questions among more experienced military officers.

Throughout the Revolutionary War, Schuyler faced criticism regarding his leadership abilities and military experience. However, his expertise in logistics, military supply operations and organizational leadership proved invaluable to the American cause.

His contributions included supporting the American expedition into Canada and Henry Knox's famous mission to transport artillery from Fort Ticonderoga to Boston during the winter of 1775–1776.

This presentation will examine Schuyler's experiences during the French and Indian War, his role in supporting military operations, and how his earlier career shaped his leadership and reputation during the American Revolution.

About the Speaker

Kayla Whitehouse is the Historic Site Assistant at the Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site in Albany, New York.

Her responsibilities include overseeing museum collections, conducting historical research and providing guided tours of the mansion, which Philip Schuyler constructed in 1764 and occupied as his primary residence until his death in 1804.

Whitehouse holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Classics from Colgate University and a Master of Arts degree in Anthropology from Southern Illinois University.

Event Details

Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026

Time: 7:00 PM

Location: Holiday Inn Resort Lake George, Lake George, NY

Admission: Free

Hosted by: Lake George Battlefield Park Alliance

Registration: Requested in advance

How to Register

Those interested in attending are asked to email info@lakegeorgebattlefield.org with the number of people planning to attend.

Join the Lake George Battlefield Park Alliance for an engaging evening exploring the connections between two defining conflicts in American history and the military career of Philip Schuyler.