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The Revolutionary War brought much disruption to the lives of all women in New York. Many of these patriot women had to house the “Red-Coats”, while others picked up a sword and joined the men in the fight for our country. Many of these women’s “baby steps” towards freedom did not do any good, because they were still seen as inferior by the men of America. Although, these women may have helped to change …

…to bring independence to our country will never receive the recognition that they were entitled to. Nevertheless, the ones who were documented will always be prime examples of women’s strength, courage, and will survive. We hope that this paper will guide a reader through all the wonderful things that New York City women of the Revolution Era accomplished, and how it inspired women who followed them to stand up for what they believed in.