On This Day In 1776, Washington’s Army Heard The Declaration And New York Tore Down The King

It was Tuesday, July 9, 1776. Washington’s army heard the Declaration. New York’s leaders also came over to independence. George Washington, 44, ordered his brigades to assemble in New York City at 6 p.m. and hear the Declaration of Independence read “with an audible voice.” The words Congress approved in Philadelphia had reached the army. […]

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