John van Arsdale
John van Arsdale was a soldier in the American Revolutionary War known for his courageous act on November 25, 1783, when he famously climbed a greased flagpole in New York City to replace the British Union Jack with the American flag as the British evacuated the city, symbolizing the American victory and independence.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 1 | 8.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 156,060 | $21,000,000 | 9,901$ |
| Totals | 1 | 331,002,651 | 156,060 | $21,000,000 | 9,901$ |
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Sgt. John van Arsdale replaced the Union Jack with the American flag at Bennett Park during the British evacuation.
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