On this day in 1776, the British army withdraws from Boston following an 11-month siege by Rebel forces. Evacuation Day, as it becomes known, is commemorated in the city to this day.

On this day in 1776, the British army withdraws from Boston following an 11-month siege by Rebel forces. Evacuation Day, as it becomes known, is commemorated in the city to this day. pic.twitter.com/lbtDsEVzFa

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