13 toasts ceremony

On November 25, 1783, during Evacuation Day celebrations at Fraunces Tavern, a series of symbolic toasts were made to honor the departure of British troops from New York City and the victory of the American Revolution. These "Thirteen Toasts," hosted by Governor George Clinton in honor of General George Washington, celebrated the United States, its allies, the American Army, fallen heroes, and the ideals of liberty and justice. Each toast was carefully chosen to reflect the significance of the day and the unity of the newly formed nation.

1. The United States of America

2. His Most Christian Majesty

3. The United Netherlands

4. The King of Sweden

5. The American Army

6. The Fleet and Armies of France, which have served in America

7. The memory of those Heroes who have fallen for our freedom

8. May our county be grateful to her Military children

9. May justice support what courage has gained

10. The Vindicators of the rights of mankind in every quarter of the globe

11. May America be an asylum to the persecuted of the earth

12. May a close union of the States guard the Temple they have erected to liberty

13. May the remembrance of this Day be a lesson to Princes