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BENJAMIN-CARP PART 2REVOLUTION - Arson Accusations And Unresolved Historical Inquiries -
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1776 NY Arson Accusations And Unresolved Historical Inquiries Part Two: Following the catastrophic blaze, British military authorities detain dozens of suspected rebel arsonists caught carrying turpentine, matches, and other flammable materials. Disagreeing over underlying motives, both political sides launch intense propaganda campaigns to sway public opinion regarding the destruction. General George Washingtonpublicly denies involvement while privately acknowledging the major strategic benefit of the burn. Key suspects, including intelligence agents like Abraham Patten, are executed or die in brutal captivity. In 1783, British General Guy Carleton conducts an extensive formal inquiry into…