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1620s: For many years, the island had served the Native American inhabitants of what is now Manhattan. The island was a major source of food due to its…

1865: French historian Edouard de Laboulaye suggests that France create a statue to give to the United States to celebrate its success in building a democracy. 1870: The…

Strolling down the Meatpacking District’s chic sidewalks, it can be hard to imagine the rough and tumble history that gave name to this neighborhood. Once upon a time…