In 1776, during the American Revolutionary War, British forces under General William Howe launched a massive invasion of New York City, outmaneuvering George Washington's Continental Army in battles like Long Island and Kip's Bay. Capturing the strategic port, they held it until 1783, using it as a Loyalist base—exposing Washington's early vulnerabilities and nearly crushing the rebellion. #americanrevolution #newyork #EpicHistory | Epic History TV