The Great New York Fire of 1776: A Lost Story of the American Revolution City/Game Perfect for every New York

Perfect for every New York occasion

famous and forgotten—reveals how deeply Black Americans shaped debates over freedom

and minds—and speaks to

Adjustable Inner Band

This hand-illustrated map includes all the boroughs in the city

The Great New York Fire of 1776: A Lost Story of the American Revolution City/Game Perfect for every New YorkThe Great New York Fire of 1776 by Benjamin L. Carp investigates the mysterious blaze that destroyed much of New York City shortly after the British seized it during the Revolutionary War. The first full history of the event, the book explores the unanswered questions surrounding its origins, uncovering stories of espionage, fear, and political radicalism in a city at the center of the conflict. The books themes resonate with a major exhibition at the