Great Fire in New York City during British occupation, 1776

French print showing buildings in New York City engulfed in flames during a fire (Note: print has 9/19/1776 as date of Great Fire, while other sources reference 9/21/1776). Also shown are citizens being beaten by Redcoats, (British soldiers) and looting by African slaves. Note: scenes depict chaos in New York City following the British occupation and evacuation of U.S. troops during the Revolutionary War. Image published: ca. 1778.