CLASSIC: That Time Vermont Was an Independent Republic
Ridiculous History
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Vermont's Colonial Legacy and Independence
This chapter examines Vermont's unique historical journey, beginning with its tumultuous land grant disputes between New York and New Hampshire. It highlights the role of the Green Mountain Boys as a militia and de facto government, culminating in Vermont's brief period as an independent republic. The narrative concludes with the crucial negotiations of 1790 that resolved territorial conflicts and established Vermont's path towards statehood.
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