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Some Smart Skirmishes: The Battle of Harlem Heights
A map of New York City and Manhattan Island, showing the American lines and escape routes up the Post Road on the west, and through Greenwich Village (Monument Lane, now Greenwich Avenue) and up to connect with the Bloomingdale Road on the east. From The Campaign of 1776 Around New York and Brooklyn by Henry…
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The Bad Consequences of a Surprise: Invasion of Kip’s Bay
For much of mid-1776, a key question for George Washington centered on what should be done about New-York, and whether it should be defended or abandoned. York Island, upon the tip of which stood the city, had some distinct advantages, but was also highly vulnerable to attack from the water. New Yorkers knew that they…
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The Ill-Fated Peace Conference: September 11th, 1776
A map of Tottenville and some of its notable features, including Burial Ridge. This area is the site of the largest known Native burial ground in the city. The Billopp House is towards the bottom. From Staten Island Names, Ye Olde Names and Nicknames by the Natural Science Association of Staten Island. With the overwhelming…