nov 23, 1783 - British Soldiers Leave N.Y.C.
Description:
About 3 months after the Treaty of Paris was signed ending the American Revolution, the last British soldiers withdraw from New York City, their last military position in the United States. After the last soldier left New York, General George Washington entered the city with triumphant cheers of New Yorkers.Added to timeline:
Date:
nov 23, 1783
Now
~ 242 years ago