On this day in 1776, the New York Sons of Liberty tore down a statue of British monarch George III.

<p>On this day in 1776, the New York Sons of Liberty tore down a statue of British monarch George III.</p>

From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

A statue of King George III is pulled down in New York City - July 9th, 1776

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