New York has always been revolutionary. The Big Apple was a vital cornerstone in the formation of America, with the five boroughs serving as a backdrop for the tumultuous years that the US severed itself from British rule, partly thanks to its location along the Hudson River. But life was tough for the patriots fighting for their freedom, especially those in Manhattan, which remained under British control until 1783. “Everyone who’s living in today’s New York City, in the wider ring around