New York in New York County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
In Honor of Evacuation Day
By Bill Coughlin, March 26, 2011
1. In Honor of Evacuation Day Marker
On November 25, 1783, at 1PM, the last British flag still flying in the newly Independent American colonies, near this site at Fort George, was removed by John Van Arsdale, who climbed the flag pole which had been greased by the British, removed their flag and replaced it with the Stars & Stripes, formally ending British occupation of these United States.
General George Washington led these ceremonies that took place that day at Bowling Green to mark this historic occasion. In the 200 years since, the British have become our strongest allies.
Plaque a gift of Heine Geduld, Inc.
March 28, 1996
Erected 1996 by Heine Geduld, Inc.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Revolutionary. A significant historical month for this entry is March 1911.
Location. This marker has been replaced by another marker nearby. It was located near 40° 42.329′ N, 74° 0.808′ W. Marker was in New York, New York, in New York County. Marker was on Broadway, on the left when traveling south. Marker is located just north of Bowling Green. Touch for map
By Bill Coughlin, March 26, 2011
2. Evacuation Day Marker
New York City was the last remaining stronghold for the British after the Revolutionary War. When they finally evacuated on November 25, 1783, it ended the British presence in the United States.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location. 175th Anniversary of Greek Independence (a few steps from this marker); Peregrine Falcons in New York City (a few steps from this marker); Cunard Building (a few steps from this marker); Evacuation Day (a few steps from this marker); April 30, 1928 (a few steps from this marker); October 16, 1928 (a few steps from this marker); November 11, 1927 (a few steps from this marker); 26 Broadway (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in New York.
Related marker. Click here for another marker that is related to this marker. This marker has been replaced by the linked marker.
By Bill Coughlin, March 26, 2011
3. Marker at Bowling Green
The Evacuation Day marker is located on the flagpole standing just north of Bowling Green, seen in the background.
By Bill Coughlin, March 26, 2011
4. Flagpole Marker
The Evacuation Day marker is on the flagpole seen on the right in this photo. Evacuation Day was celebrated in New York for many years, but has since gone unnoticed. Today, few New Yorkers are aware of its significance.
By Bill Coughlin, March 26, 2011
5. Washington on Evacuation Day
This equestrian statue depicts a victorious Gen. George Washington entering New York on Evacuation Day. It is located 2½ miles north of the marker in Union Square Park.
By Larry Gertner, December 11, 2018
6. Evacuation Day Plaza
Beside becoming the home of the "Charging Bull", the triangle now has a "November 25, 1783/Evacuation Day Plaza" street sign.
Credits. This page was last revised on October 3, 2021. It was originally submitted on March 26, 2011, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 868 times since then and 101 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on March 26, 2011, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. 6. submitted on December 12, 2018, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.
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