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French Troops That Changed America | Providence News
In July, Newport, Rhode Island, commemorates a pivotal moment in American history: in 1780, 6,000 French troops led by General Rochambeau landed in Newport Harbor, launching a crucial alliance that helped secure American independence. After a year of rebuilding from British occupation, the colonists and French forces—facing language, religion, and cultural barriers—forged a powerful bond. In 1781, Rochambeau joined Washington’s army, leading to the decisive Battle of Yorktown and the war’s end. Today, Newport honors this legacy with a “French in Newport” celebration, placing 6,000 flags near…
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