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New York Post
A Day in the Life of a Revolutionary War Patriot in NYC
During the American Revolution, New York City was largely under British control until 1783, experiencing severe hardships for patriots including food shortages, homelessness, and constant danger from British occupation and espionage. Life for rebels involved makeshift clothing, scarce supplies, and living in crowded, disease-ridden conditions, with many involved in secret intelligence activities. The British evacuated the city in late 1783, marking the end of a seven-year occupation and contributing to the nation's eventual independence and democratic development.
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