As of November 30, we are coming to peace. The British and we colonists have signed the preliminary Articles of Peace, and we are negotiating terms. Hope did shine through, and we are becoming independent. I feel glowing with happiness and radiance. Everything seems happy once more, something I cannot believe would happen. Even though troops are still here in New York City, I feel safe.The British have also left Charleston, South Carolina on the 14th of this month, and many more troops are departing. There are no more major battles, and peace is around us on this Christmas eve, even though the war isn't all the way over. I had hoped that I would be able to see my husband this Christmas, but knowing he is alright is present enough.
Sources: Kindig, Thomas. Independence Hall Association. "RevolutionaryWar Timeline." UShistory. 1999-2011. <http://www.ushistory.org/declaration/revwartimeline.htm>
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