They Captured a Fort in Hours Without Firing a Shot—Here's How

Before the Declaration of Independence, a daring raid unfolded in the foggy dawn of May 10, 1775. Led by Ethan Allen and Benedict Arnold, the Green Mountain Boys crossed Lake Champlain under cover of darkness and seized Fort Ticonderoga without firing a shot. This early Revolutionary War victory delivered dozens of heavy cannons to the Continental Army—artillery that would help drive the British from Boston.

This episode dives into the drama, the rivalry, and the legacy of the raid. From moonlit crossings to tense confrontations, and from frontier grit to Henry Knox’s epic winter haul, this cinematic retelling brings history to life.

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Chapters

0:00 Intro

2:08 French Colonial Jewel

3:22 Ethan Allen and the Boys

4:38 B. Arnold

5:22 Leaders Clash

6:30 Early Morning Raid

8:11 Outro