Staten Island was an important strategic location for both British and American armies during the American Revolution. Important historical occurrences during that time were witnessed at a number of significant Staten Island locations. St. Andrew's Church is one significant location that was important as a gathering place and military command center. A thorough history of St. Andrew's Church and other major Staten Island locations during the American Revolution may be found here:
1. St. Andrew's Church: During the Revolutionary War, Americans needed a place to congregate, and St. Andrew's Church in Staten Island's Richmond district provided that. The church, which was constructed in 1712 and had a prominent place in the neighborhood. It…