George Washington first read the Declaration of Independence at City...

George Washington first read the Declaration of Independence at City Hall Park. Credit: Nancy Borowick

New York City had a paramount and storied role in the Revolutionary War and the country’s founding, with important battles being fought here and many of the Founding Fathers carrying out their most important business at city locales. Here are 10 spots that played crucial parts in the war:

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Chemistry experiment leads to apartment fire... Hochul announces steps to keep AI in check ... Waterfront preservation effort in Suffolk Credit: Newsday

Nassau's North Shore fights exploding deer population ... Chemistry experiment leads to apartment fire ... Another driver crashes into Sunken Meadow toll both ... Out East: Horses helping veterans

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