8. how long would the british occupy new york city?

Seven years

Explanation; Five days later, an expeditionary force of over 32,000 British regulars, 10 ships of line, 20 frigates, and 170 transports defeated Washington's troops at Kip's Bay and invaded Manhattan Island. Thus began seven years of British occupation in the City of New York.

it met the katy line in vinita.

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