New York’s Apocalypse: 1776

In 1776, New York became the epicenter of the American Revolution as British and American forces struggled for control of the Hudson River corridor and the strategically vital city at its mouth. This episode explores the military campaigns, political upheaval, and social divisions that transformed New York during the opening year of the Revolutionary War. From the collapse of royal authority to the arrival of British military power, the conflict exposed deep divisions among Patriots, Loyalists, and communities caught between competing claims of allegiance. Through contemporary accounts and historical research, New York’s Apocalypse: 1776 examines the destruction, displacement, and uncertainty that accompanied the struggle for New York and reshaped the revolutionary landscape.